Thank you so much for all of your time, efforts and research to produce these important informational articles.
The information on the use of DMSO in COPD is particularly pertinent for me and one of the patients in my chiropractic practice. I'll be sharing this article with her in the hopes that she'll be willing to try nebulizing DMSO.
I couldn’t discern any detailed or specific guidelines. I tried a mix of a little saline water with Argentyn 23 and added dmso to that. I’m sure my ratio was, is well above 1-5%. No bad effects. I don’t know if I’m placebo affected but I, noticing some subtle improvements in a few areas. (COPD0
Just tried it first time and now recommend starting with just 1-3 DROPS of DMSO to start with, especially if using a natural antibiotic with it and dilute all with 3-5 ml. sterile saline. It raised my blood pressure slightly for a few hours but no respiratory distress from the treatment.
I have a nebulizer with saline solution, never use it. Have DMSO. How much saline is in packet? How much is safe to add with the saline packet? Have copd and anxious to try but haven't as I don't know how to use it to inhale it.
Have successfully applied to hips and back for pain and it works.
I have signed up with the Midwestern Doctor for a month to see if "The Forgotten Side of Medicine" can help my wife and me. We both turned 82 this year and have several ailments.
First and most important, my wife, Lois. has Lupus, Scoliosis, only one Kidney that works, and an incurable bacteria in her Bladder.
My problems are not as serious as Lois'. I have severe arthritis in my lumbar that prevents me from doing much. As a homeowner, it is very frustrating to me not to do simple tasks that I have routinely done in the past.
Hearing about all of the amazing curing properties of DMSO, I bought DMSO Gel 99.995% Pure, Low Odor, Pharma Grade from Amazon. My wife applied it to my back daily for 3 weeks. I guess it's because I'm a redhead and have sensitive skin; it burned and stung like crazy for half an hour. A fan directly on my back really helped.
After 3 weeks, there was no change in the pain in my back. I wonder if I did something wrong or am I just immune to the benefits of DMSO? I would love to be one of the Midwestern doctors' success stories.
I would appreciate any suggestions that could help my wife and me.
1) You may be in the 10-15% who do not respond to DMSO.
2) You may get a better result with liquid than gel.
3) You may need to combine it with something else (ie. magnesium or procaine).
Regarding your wife, it's less clearcut what the best option is for her. I can think of a lot of things I would try with a patient, but none that would either work consistently or are easily available. In the future I will go into kidney issues in more details.
DMSO has improved my kidney function and greatly reduced the edema I was experiencing. I take the liquid orally. 1/2-1 tsp twice a day. I started with just drops though and worked up to that.
Just important to start low and slow...at least for me. Got a rough headache one day and rested for 24 hours and then picked up where I left off. A bit later a much more mild headache and rested again...and no problems since.
I will be looking forward to the article on Kidneys. If you know anything about the incurable Bladder bacteria she has, I would be interested. I will try your suggestion and get liquid DMSO. I'll try it topically, and if that doesn't work, I'll put a teaspoon of it in my coffee. I'll keep you posted.
DMSO and an oral antibacterial (ie. colloidal silver or chlorine dioxide) and if that does not work, intravesical administration. Depending on the bacteria you may also need a sanum remedy. Something like ozone and UVBI combined could also potentially be very helpful. It's really person by person.
Waiting for your kidney info! Getting a biopsy on something on mine in 2 weeks. (They said 20% chance not cancer, 80% it is) Want to do radiation (!) as my pulmonologist said I wouldn't survive surgery like that to abdomen.
You poke a whole in the tumor, it's going to leak out.
the lies they tell to make money...... SMH
They can tell if you have Cancer from any blood screening, so a biopsy is a very unnecessary and dangerous procedure.
If you have Cancer, 98% chance that your immune system has broken links and cannot function at the capacity to fight off the Cancer cells circulating in the blood.
Did anyone on your team PROPERLY test you for AI disease(autoimmune disease)?
Cancer lies on the spectrum of AI disease.
If you have auto antibodies attacking you from within, no treatment is going to see a permanent success rate as the antibodies will only intensify if not addressed to find the markers causing them and eliminate them to reduce the load.
Any conventional treatment is going to antagonize them.
Your PC doctor is not the best person to use to test properly for they spent maybe half a day learning about AI disease and were told to just prescribe blockers.
You need to find the right doctor that can test your immune system as it relates to your disease(Cancer).
I'll check that out. But it wasn't a PC recommending the biopsy. The person recommending it is one of the top people at a major university hospital who took care of my bladder cancer, which hasn't come back. Also had lung cancer over 10 yrs ago, and it hasn't come back. No one I know does blood tests for cancer. Heard it was being done some place or coming to main stream.
I have an endocrinologist, just saw her today, do they check for autoimmune disease?
University hospitals are funded by the medical mafia.
But you keep coming up with more Cancer, which tells me that the Cancer stem cells that are still circulating after treatment are looking for the next weakest area of the body and are finding suitable host in which to put down the anchor.
They all take blood panels and they know just form looking at the results.
Not the right doctor to test.
Follow that link and see if you can find one that will take your insurance and test your immune capacity as it relates to Cancer.
These doctors do not treat Cancer, they treat the innate immune system so your own body can give you the most powerful weapon to fight on its own with perhaps a bit of outside help to stoke the fires of the stunted immune system.
If your doctor or team objects to testing for autoantibodies, you best reconsider your team and their intentions.
I used DMSO liquid for knee pain over a 2-week period, with no change. Then I started taking 1/2 teaspoon daily in my tea. Four days later, the pain (which was usually low-level, but chronic) disappeared completely. That was 6 months ago, and I now take 1 teaspoon DMSO liquid in my tea 4-5x per week.
It's very low odor. I get it from dmsostore.com, and it's nearly 100% DMSO - so it can be diluted. Just be aware that any other meds may be affected, and allow a couple of hours before dosing with them. I believe AMD has recommendations on this, but can't locate them right now.
Hi Ray, I too purchased DMSO store products from Amazon and then subsequently purchased the same products directly from dmsostore.com. There is a huge difference in the quality of what are supposed to be the same products. I think the Amazon products I received (despite them being sold by dmso store and fulfilled by amazon) are counterfeit. You might try ordering from dmsostore.com directly and seeing if there's a difference. I prefer the 70% roll on topically for aches and pains, 99% liquid is good for treating wounds, and my husband, who deals with major pain from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, gets the most relief from drinking a teaspoon of 99% in a glass of orange juice daily. Also, using a cotton ball to rub in the excess when the itching/burning is unbearable helps a lot.
Your experience receiving counterfeit DMSO on Amazon mirrors repeated findings by ConsumerLab. com of the same issue with nutritional supplements (vitamins, etc) purchased on Amz, of even respected brands.
So this is not suprising.
I too quit buying these things from Amz and when it comes to DMSO now buy only from the dmsostore. com directly.
My dog experienced Kidney Failure due to Lyme disease and I used Dr. Richard Schulze's Kidney Bladder herbs on her and she survived. I had to administer the herbs rectally because she couldn't hold down even water. The vet said he had never seen anything like it and thought she wouldn't survive through the weekend. Dr. Schulze had many, many patients on dialysis and they healed their kidneys. His website was filled with inspirational testimonials, but sadly, during Covid, the FDA forced him to remove them. Anyway, the Kidney Bladder 5 day detox should help her to heal. She can certainly do it more than once, as well. Wishing you and your wife good health and happiness.
She was a Labrador Retriever and weighed about 65 lbs. You are supposed to adjust for weight, but I did not because she was so sick. So, herbal dosages are based on a 150 lb human. I should have given her 43% of a full dose. You just put the weight of the dog/150 lbs. to get the correct dosage. I kept her on all herbs for one month. She lived another three years and passed away at 17 years old.
Have you checked your electrical environment (EMF)? Are you aware of the concept of dirty electricity? Electromagnetic fields create oxidative stress/ inflammation, which when removed can allow supplements to then be processed effectively.
Keeping healthy is a jigsaw puzzle fitting all the right pieces together. I take a couple of teaspoons of DMSO daily and also make a lactobazillus Reuterei yogurt as described in the Super Gut book by Dr Davis. The Reuterei bacteria are really good for your gut and also given to my dog cured bleeding from her bladder without any antibiotics. I am coming up to 81 and so not far behind you!. I dilute DMSO 70/30 with magnesium oil so it does not sting very much . It is a bit oily and needs 30-60 minutes to get fully absorbed and give my legs, arms and back a daily spray. Keep persiviering!
Hi Doc, checking in after my Barretts Esophagus recheck on Monday. I had a severe case of it diagnosed 3 years ago....I refused to take prescriptions omeprazole or pantropazole, but had been taking ivermectin since the pandemic and added menbenzadole 3x a week for the past 8 weeks, then read your article re: DMSO so started applying it topically starting at my throat and rubbing it slowly down to my stomach...and guess what, the Doctor says there is NO SIGN of Barretts Esophagus, but I still have signs of GERD, but my GERD has always been silent so no symptoms which contributed to my developing Barretts. This endoscopy result was such great news and I'm not sure which of my off label meds contributed to the eradication of the Barretts, but I am SO THANKFUL to you and your articles and to GOD for bringing us together as I have continually prayed for a cure, which doctors told me that it was not curable but could maintain it with the proper prescription drugs and limiting diet. SO THANK YOU. I read every word of your posts and am now using DMSO for arthritis in my knees and fingers...You are the BEST!
Hubby had a similar reaction with his Barrett's, as you. Only ... minus the DMSO. WE've also been on IVM since Covid, prophylactically. We didn't begin FenBen until recently (for parasite cleansing). When he had his endo (didn't have the endo during covid...we avoided hospitals!) ... he was completely clear and endo doc said there were NO signs that he ever even had Barretts. The DMSO has to only help the protocol you've been on.
It's really amazing...I thought I was destined to have it for the rest of my life.... so happy for your husband too. Thanks for sharing your husbands experience....I just ordered two books on DMSO to see all the things it can do with recipes.....I'm totally comfortable with IVM and FenBen, as well as hydroycholorquine, but not as confident with the DMSO yet....
Grateful to you AMD. We will put this work of yours to use for good. Thank you for helping to provide solutions for those who were at a loss as to where to look for help. I am going to do some personal work on nebulizing DMSO...I have some lung issues resulting from exposures to products of combustion in a broad array... from wildfires to structural fires, chemicals, dust, refuse and biological hazards of several types, metals and fluxes. My career as a Professional Fire Fighter has left me with some challenges to play with, and my hobbies are all dangerous to health. About six months ago, I did some repairs to a piece of jewelry for a merchant representing Navajo silversmiths...and found out that Spiny Oyster dust is not good for eyes... I used Fusidic Acid Opthalmic, plus DMSO and was well in one week, no repercussions.
Thank you.. thank you. I have had pneumonia many times from my work environment and damaged lungs and airways. I have been rubbing DMSO 70% unto my chest and back and my cough is completely gone and I feel whole. I am 76 and want to stay as healthy as I can for as long as possible. I am not a medical person so many times i have to stop and research.... but.. i am learning and want to Thank you for your wonderful articles. I read and reread then..
For over 20 years, I have been working/continually revising my "family health notes" that involve topics quite similar to many of the topics you have covered. I have learned much from your posts. Also might mention that I am a long term member of the AAPS.
I am a retired Diagnostic Radiologist. My 50 yr career was predominately in medium-size community hospitals as general radiologist (include interventional) with Chest Radiology as one of my special interests (this followed a 4 year stint in academics teaching chest radiology).
My interest in DMSO as a possible therapy for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is that of a patient. I have slowly progressive pulmonary fibrosis (fibrotic NSIP) not progressing fast enough to be considered UIP. I hope to convince my pulmonologist to partner with me in pursuing DMSO as a therapy for me. I plan to keep careful notes/records and will report back to you my clinical course for better or for worse resulting from treatment protocols we choose.
Thank you for your efforts to bring information to the surface regarding many issues, thus making "informed consent" more possible for many patients.
Hi Wesley! How is it going so far? My mom has pulmonary fibrosis due to long term use of Macrodantin. Are you nebulizing DMSO? If so—What strength? Should we be concerned about DMSO causing any microplastics from the nebulizer to leech out?
Almost 30% of my 60 page "home health notes" (i.e. an insider's view of the US healthcare delivery system centered on what I believe my family should know about what is hidden from view) deals with the "profession" of medicine and how it came to be destroyed and no longer exists. As an aside, Dr. Pierre Kory now relates that, to his "fear of hospitals" has been added his "fear of doctors."
A radiologist is in a unique position as a consultant in the healthcare team. We are not in competition with (will not take patients away from) the primary care or attending physicians. We interact in real time with the entire spectrum of physicians while they attempt to treat patients. Our position/role provides us the opportunity to observe how almost all primary and specialty physicians "practice" within the entire scope of both in-patient and out-patient healthcare. The perspective I have gained from 50 years of being a radiologist observing the "drama" of medical care in real time is similar to experiencing "death by a thousand small cuts."
Many if not most physicians are currently in a "survival" mode (high workload, forced to follow defined protocols, forced into being a cog in the wheel of corporations pursuing profits.) Add to this a lower than average life expectancy and a high suicie rate. Older physicians are planning to or trying to retire. In this situation, it is rare to find a physician who is aware of (and will pursue) alternative protocols/treatments. Instead, the approach is that of a closed mind with resultant unawareness.
So I hope that my pulmonologist will partner with me in exploring DMSO as a treatment for pulmonary fibrosis. Will see what happens.
I see it more of them being handcuffed to the current algorithm of what the AMA allows in treatment options.
Anything outside that narrow box seen as natural or alternative that results in failure with injury or death of the client, can see a medical malpractice lawsuit,
They fear healing the client with other knowledge not approved of by the medical mafia.
The allopathic system is licensed to kill and if they somehow extend the life of the victim, it's rah rah rah, look what we did, regardless of the pain and continue regression of quality of life for the person.( we gave them a whole 6 more months or 1 year of pain and suffering)
It's a vile system that feeds off the insurance industry and a industry in cahoots with the medical mafia.
So the victim is trapped because it's impossible to afford treatment without insurance for most.
If I want to improve my health I have to look into the past. I have been using DMSO for the last 2 months for feet that have been sore for over 30 years due to high arches. Thank you AMD. I have also been using CLO2 for 6 years. Two other old therapies.
1) D3: I found out recently from Dr Coimbra (Coimbra Protocol) that ALL cells have vitamin D receptors that are tissue based including the brain. Not taught ib Medical schools. Dr Coimbra and the doctors he trained treat MS, autism, alzheimer, Parkinsons and other autoimmune diseases with high dose D3, that is not really high dose. When vitamin D came out in the 1920’s people were using 25mg D which is 1,000,000iu D3. Don’t do this unless with someone trained in high dose Coimbra Protocol.
2) Lugols iodine: Iodine was the standard for doctors in the early 1900’s in grams not mg. Today we have indoctrinated fear about D3 and iodine. Up until the 70’s MD’s in hospitals were using 600mg 3x per day super saturated potassium iodide to clear lungs.
Take control of your health, your MD has no bloody clue.
I have to warn you that I started taking Lugol and after few days my liver almost failed. I was so sick! Took me a month to feel better again. I have RA and I’m sure fatty liver too. Beware, as you need a stronger liver than mine to process iodine. The same thing happened to my mother who also has RA. We did it at the same time and we both got so sick in just a few days.
The Coimbra protocols are available on a book entitled "How Not To Die with True High-Dose Vitamin D Therapy" by Tiago Henriques available on Amazon. Tiago is a "teacher" and has made these complex protocols more easy to understand, However, just like DSMO, wish you luck in trying to find an MD who can find the time and patience to partner with you in exploring high dose Vitamin D3.
I ordered the book and you are correct, we are on our own with regard to health. People need to do their own research and take control. Most will not since they are too indoctrinated or do not have the time.
If you find a more understandable presentation of the Coimbra protocols, please update me. As an aside, in my posts, I am trying the represent the perspective/viewpoints of the AAPS. Most AAPS members try to be "real doctors" who consider the practice of medicine to be a partnership between the physician and patient. i.e. the patient is also responsible for teaching the physician. The physician/patient relationship is considered as a sacred trust. There are many "real doctors" hiding out.
My experience indicates that it is more typical for surgeons to consider alternative medical practices than internists, family practitioners, and pediatricians who have been indoctrinated into the philosophy that "for every disease there is a pill. I just have to find the right pill to treat this patient." Many surgeons recognize the excising the disease is not truly treating the disease. The best way to treat the disease is to aid your immune system in its healing role.
With regard to Coimbra Protocol someone recommended the book How Not to Die With True High Dose D3 by Tiago Henriques, on Amazon. I just ordered it. If we understood DMSO, chlorine dioxide, D3 and iodine fully MD’s would be out of jobs except for trauma and surgery.
My endocrinologist told me new protocols say my Vit D level shouldn't be over 50%. I was 80, been taking a D3 2,000 IU for a long time. She had me drop it to 1,000 a day, and now at 50. Then read a lot of info why high Vit D is not good in www.ConsumerLab.com. I'm a member there. Suggest reading about Vit D there.
For those who want to "test" the purity of their DMSO, assuming you buy the 100% stuff as I do, just put it in the refrigerator overnight. DMSO freezes at about 66 deg. F, so if it's mostly solid when you check it you almost certainly have the pure product. I found it amusing that it'll take a few days to fully thaw at room temperature (and my home is at 76 F).
Not sure if this has been mentioned before. You should NOT drink alcohol, even days after DMSO use, you will be intoxicated after one cocktail. Also PURE Pomegranate juice will help alleviate the odor for those who ingest it.
Hi Wendy thanks for this tip about the pomegranate juice! As well as the tip about alcohol I’m shipping a bunch of stuff to my mom to try for her very bad COPD (they are talking lung transplants at this point) and this is super helpful to know. Thanks, again!
It's largely guess work and how the person responds as the data hasn't solidly created a protocol. I would do once a day and go from there.
One of the reasons I pay wall product info is because I don't want the manufacturers to run out, so they get an initial smaller demand and have time to build up.
Aromatic medicine may prove to be the most powerful way to combat disease most effectively.
Breathing in the DMSO or/and a combination of essential oils through an inhaler circulates the entire body in the bloodstream and crosses the BBB within one minute of inhaling.
Inflammation is reduced in the body very quickly and upkeep is on demand.
A home made inhaler makes the protocol mobile.
While many here are using topical DMSO(or another agent) on the skin, the skin is still a barrier meant to keep things out and also to regulate toxicity by sweating.
Most of the body has 4 layers of skin to penetrate. The palms of your hands and bottom of your feet have 5 layers.
Even though DMSO can penetrate to the bloodstream and take a complimentary agent like essential oils with it as a carrier, the potency is reduced significantly as it goes through the membranes of each layer.
If you were using essential oils only, then only 4-7% of the oil with make it to the bloodstream.
DMSO greatly will increase the absorption rate, but far under 100%.
In taking the same formula, essential oils and DMSO combination through inhaling, 70%(or more) will be immediately put to use in 1 minute.
I have done the inhalation route while using a oils diffuser with 70/30 DMSO.
I know people are saying " How can you use this safely with the diffuser and the DMSO not reacting with any plastic in the infuser?"
The DMSO is in constant movement in the diffuser and there's not enough time when diffusing for it to truly erode any plastic component.
Plus, the 70/30 DMSO is a diluted formula. (Never use 99.5%)
Do not put more in than you intend to use at one time and no longer than 45 minutes( at one sitting) diffusing as over saturation can take place.
Remove any leftover immediately after use.
If you use a inhaler with DMSO, make sure the cotton wick is certified organic and free of all pesticides.
There are also glass inhalers for this issue as well.
Nothing against nebulizers, but not as convenient to us in a mobile situation.
You are familiar with what the Vicks vapor inhalers looks like??
Same principle.
You can buy the inhaler tubes on Amazon or a site that sells essential oil supplies.
Gotoilsupplies.com is a great place to buy then cheap, but I see they a re currently out of them.
Use organic cotton only as a wick you stuff into the tubes(so you won't get pesticide residue) for dropping in the oils one drop at at time.
15 drops total in combination. 3 to 5 oils as they are more powerful synergistically when combined.
Choose your oil supplier very carefully as 90% of the world market for essential oils is adulterated.( I know this because I own distillations for oils in Indonesia)
Do not cover up the air intake holes for the tube as that is how the oils basically become active when you inhale through the nose or mouth.
You Tube will have videos and variations of what I say above, but most give the best basic guidelines.
The inhaler should last at least three months if taken care of properly. No high heat and make sure inhaler cap is screwed back on top to keep O2 out and the inhaler from drying out.
Thank you for what you are doing and sorry that it's so "exhausting".
Now, if only Kennedy Jr. would step up to the plate and exhaust himself at working to stop the vaccination program that is most likely one of the major causes of the exponential rise of autism. If one only considers the economic toll on it's own, it should be obvious that this country can't function when over 1 in 30 children and their families are so burdened by this disaster - for the life of the autistic person !!! I still don't understand how Kennedy Jr. can have the proof of the damage that the Hep B vaccine does and yet do nothing to address it ?????
And, at the continuing rate of increase of autistic children, the situation is just getting worse, on a daily basis..............
Thank you so much for the wealth of knowledge you have given us for so many things! I am so distrustful of the medical establishment, religious and pharmaceutical industries anymore- I’ll do the best I can for my own health, spiritual and otherwise.
Please do an in depth article on DMSO treatment for macular degeneration, especially if replacement lens post cataract treatment. I have been applying 20% solution to eye lids 3-4 times daily for only a few weeks. I have an eye exam and injection treatment scheduled in two weeks so it will be interesting to see if any changes appear on scans etc. Best regards and thank you.
Thank you for your reply and product recommendation. I also have been taking Ocuguard (Twin Lab) in addition to lutein and antioxidants. I have wet Mac in one eye and dry in other. Currently get injections for wet @ 12 week schedule; extended from 4 at onset about 4 years ago. No treatment for dry eye as it has been stable and Dr concern of risks associated with new dry eye injection meds. I will report back on early results from next exam which will be a little over a month of DMSO application to eye lids. I would like to direct apply to eye but read a warning not to do that if replacement lens in place. No explanation as to why listed (?).
MWD - Thank you so much. This is an incredible amount of information. Appreciate you helping all of us. Hubby has COPD - top of his lungs are gone, so they say. Out of caution & because I really like this man, we’re starting with the gel. He’s still in the frame of mind that doctors are trying to help him. I have to prove things to him to get him to try more natural treatments. I’ve prayed for help with his COPD & ran into you via Vigilant Fox. Per his doctors from years back, he shouldn’t be here today. I have him healthy and strong. Best he’s felt in years, off all meds except blood pressure (that’s a fight), but there’s the COPD. We’re off now to try to help his COPD, thanks to you. If you’re interested, I’ll send you our journey. We’re slow movers. Got anything for bull-headedness? lol!
Here’s hoping you maybe the answer to all those prayers. Appreciate your hard work!
A neighbor’s cat claimed me as his “person” a little over 2 years ago. He spends much of his day at my house and backyard. I noticed he had an itchy spot near his right ear that would flare up from time to time. At times it would bother him so much, he’d scratch at it until it bled. His owner would apply a cream from the vet when it would flare up with semi-effective results. A few days ago, I noticed it had flared up again and he had scratched at it until it was raw. I grabbed a Q-tip and my DMSO and applied it to the sore area. The next day, the wound was sealed up and diminishing. Second day, applied again. The sore area was nearly completely healed by the third day. I dabbed on a final treatment the third day but there was hardly anything to dab at. Happy cat.
Just thought everyone might find this interesting.
Yes, I topically apply 99% pure DMSO every evening on me. Have used it for sore shoulders, knees, with great results. Am inspired to apply on my chest now after reading about others good results for asthma, cough, and related lung issues. Have developed a slight chronic cough from sinusitis. Am inspired to start adding a drop or two of DMSO to a sinus rinse machine.
Tip: if your skin feels hot or turns red when using DMSO topically, (mine did but gradually went away as my skin eventually stopped interpreting the DMSO as a threat), try applying coconut oil before the DMSO. It helped me a lot. DMSO will carry whatever is on your skin into your body. Organic coconut oil is good for us, inside and out.
Hope this is useful for you. Am so grateful for your articles Dr. Thank you so much. 🙏
I use castor oil & DMSO. I also make some magnesium oil and add DMSO. Now I am trying comfrey oil with DMSO (too soon to tell on the comfrey). I haven’t had the success that I would like with DMSO for my rheumatoid arthritis. But I have a gallon jug so I hope to break through one day!. I take it orally to with tart cherry juice & distilled water.
Many patients with asthma and COPD present with elevated eosinophils. Parasites can contribute to asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) through complex interactions with the host's immune system, primarily by triggering inflammatory responses and altering airway function. Below is an explanation of the pathophysiology for each condition: Asthma and Parasites: Asthma is characterized by airway inflammation, hyperresponsiveness, and reversible airflow obstruction.
Certain parasitic infections can exacerbate or mimic asthma symptoms through the following mechanisms:
Immune Dysregulation and Th2 Response:
Many parasites, particularly helminths (e.g., Ascaris lumbricoides, Strongyloides stercoralis), induce a strong T-helper 2 (Th2) immune response. This involves cytokines like IL-4, IL-5, and IL-13, which promote eosinophil recruitment, IgE production, and mucus hypersecretion.
These Th2-driven responses mirror the allergic inflammation seen in asthma, leading to airway hyperresponsiveness, bronchoconstriction, and mucus plugging.
For example, Ascaris larvae migrating through the lungs can cause Löffler’s syndrome, a condition with eosinophilic pneumonia, wheezing, and asthma-like symptoms.
Eosinophilic Inflammation:
Parasites like Schistosoma or Toxocara can cause chronic eosinophilic infiltration in the lungs, leading to tissue damage and airway remodeling. This sustained inflammation can exacerbate pre-existing asthma or trigger asthma-like symptoms in susceptible individuals.
Eosinophils release toxic granule proteins (e.g., major basic protein), which damage airway epithelium, contributing to airway hyperreactivity.
IgE-Mediated Hypersensitivity:
Parasitic infections increase total and parasite-specific IgE levels, which can cross-react with environmental allergens, amplifying allergic responses in the airways. This is particularly relevant in tropical regions where parasitic infections and asthma coexist.
High IgE levels can trigger mast cell degranulation, releasing histamine and leukotrienes, which cause bronchoconstriction and inflammation.
Direct Mechanical Effects:
Larval migration through lung tissue (e.g., in Ascaris or hookworm infections) can cause physical damage to alveoli and airways, leading to transient wheezing or asthma-like symptoms.
Chronic Immune Stimulation:
Chronic parasitic infections may lead to persistent immune activation, which can exacerbate airway inflammation in genetically predisposed individuals, contributing to asthma development or worsening.
COPD and Parasites COPD is characterized by persistent airflow limitation due to chronic bronchitis or emphysema. The link between parasites and COPD is less direct than with asthma but can occur through chronic inflammation and immune modulation:
Chronic Inflammation and Airway Damage:
Parasitic infections, particularly those causing chronic lung involvement (e.g., Paragonimus or Echinococcus), can lead to persistent inflammation in the airways or lung parenchyma. This chronic inflammation may contribute to airway remodeling, fibrosis, or destruction of alveolar structures, resembling COPD pathology.
For instance, Paragonimus westermani (lung fluke) can cause chronic lung lesions, leading to cough, sputum production, and airflow limitation similar to chronic bronchitis.
Immune Suppression and Secondary Infections:
Some parasites, such as Strongyloides, can suppress host immunity (e.g., via regulatory T cells or anti-inflammatory cytokines like IL-10), increasing susceptibility to bacterial or viral respiratory infections. Recurrent infections can exacerbate airway damage and contribute to COPD progression.
In immunocompromised individuals (e.g., those on corticosteroids), disseminated Strongyloides (hyperinfection syndrome) can cause severe lung inflammation, leading to irreversible airway obstruction.
Oxidative Stress:
Parasitic infections can induce oxidative stress through chronic inflammation, which damages lung tissue and impairs repair mechanisms. This oxidative burden may accelerate emphysema-like changes in COPD, particularly in smokers or those exposed to environmental pollutants.
Malnutrition and Systemic Effects:
Chronic parasitic infections, especially intestinal parasites (e.g., hookworms), can cause malnutrition or anemia, reducing overall lung function and resilience. This systemic effect may worsen COPD symptoms or reduce the ability to cope with exacerbations.
Key Differences in Pathophysiology
Asthma: Parasites primarily exacerbate asthma through Th2-driven allergic inflammation, eosinophilia, and IgE-mediated responses, leading to reversible airway obstruction.
COPD: Parasites contribute to COPD through chronic, non-allergic inflammation, tissue destruction, and secondary infections, leading to irreversible airflow limitation.
Epidemiological Context
In regions with high parasitic burdens (e.g., sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia), the "hygiene hypothesis" suggests that parasitic infections might suppress allergic diseases like asthma by promoting regulatory immune responses. However, certain parasites can directly trigger or worsen asthma-like symptoms.
COPD is less commonly linked to parasites but may be exacerbated in endemic areas due to chronic lung damage or coexisting risk factors like smoking or biomass fuel exposure.
Clinical Implications
Diagnosis: Parasitic infections should be considered in patients with asthma or COPD-like symptoms in endemic areas, especially with eosinophilia, elevated IgE, or atypical presentations.
Treatment: Anti-parasitic therapy (e.g., albendazole for helminths) may reduce symptoms in parasite-induced asthma or COPD exacerbations, alongside standard treatments like bronchodilators or corticosteroids.
Testing for parasites is challenging in the US. In my 36 years of clinical experience I never had a patient who tested positive for any parasites when they used Quest and LabCorp.
My question: can DMSO help these patients who have parasites? Thank you for another amazing article!
I have avoided the book because I regularly update the articles. I go through thousands of articles and keep getting new data and changing. I can't do that with a published book.
Two experiences with treating livestock infections with DMSO:
1. A ewe with severe mastitis— normally requiring an injectable antibiotic— cleared it up with only topical applications of Betadine mixed with DMSO. Mammary tissue has a high need for iodine, so increasing its absorption via DMSO was very beneficial and increased the antimicrobial effect.
2. A goat with an injured ear from a dog attack. I dissolved amoxicillin from an oral-route capsule into DMSO and applied it topically to the relatively hairless skin of her udder and inside of her thighs. The wounds healed with no resulting infection. Normally this would have required an injected antibiotic since ruminate animals cannot be given oral antibiotics.
I have COPD and asthma, and am very grateful to read this article. I rubbed DMSO on my chest every day for some time with an essential oil that is for respiratory issues, but did not experience any results. I would like to try nebulizing DMSO. Right now I am nebulizing glutathione. Can they be combined? In the article you speak of using 1% DMSO for nebulizing. If I have 99.5% pure DMSO, for example, does 1% mean a drop in the nebulizer with saline solution? Thank you for this article!
Putting a drop of DMSO in my ear actually increased my tinnitus. Have you heard of this causing the tinnitus to become louder? (I only tried it in one ear to be cautious.)
I had success using this for wrist and ankle pain. It also faded some spider veins. I also think it may have stopped my hot flashes as they are returning now that I am not using it anymore. I am afraid to risk my tinnitus becoming any louder.
Would you recommend still using this topically? I am concerned about the affect it had on my tinnitus. I would appreciate any thoughts you have on this.
I have been using a 40 % mixture of DMSO in my ears for a few months, but not very regularly. I notice my hearing and tinnitus get worse temporarily, about two days, then get better than baseline.
I didn’t see anything mentioned about pulmonary arterial hypertension. My main symptom is severe hypoxia, attached to oxygen 24/7, 4 ltr resting and 10-15 ltr when active. I joke that I feel fine, I just can’t breathe which is very awkward! My specialist tells me I need a lung transplsnt to get off oxygen but after researching that it seems to be worse than PAH! Can you steer me to any docs willing to try DMSO? My md has never heard about it and my specialist is at Mayo so there’s no thinking outside the box there. I live in central Florida and cannot fly, but will drive wherever!
FL is one of very few states where (with a proper signed release) a Doctor can prescribe DMSO to a patient and (I guess) he and his clinic, etc. are relieved of liability and the doctor from risking his license. As you've noted in so many words, finding a doctor willing to do so is probably a tall order.
Is there any reason to think DMSO could be applied to relieve the painful knots in the muscle from a chronic case of myofascial pain syndrome? I have a severe case of this in both thighs and calves and have tried shockwave therapy which has helped temporarily.
DMSO oral combinations - I generally take my morning vitamins and supplements with a glass of RO water with both electrolyte powder and zeta aid mixed in. Could I add a teaspoon of 70% DMSO to that cocktail?
interesting, so if I take zeta aid out of this combo, what about adding a teaspoon of 70% DMSO to the electrolyte RO water that I take my supplements with? And what would be your recomomended time to take zeta aid in relation to the AM supplements? Thanks again.
Fascinating, and utterly unknown to my MD, I'd wager! I've got a complex set of ailments to unravel. I've probably been suffering from emphysema for several years, but only sought medical attention after getting COVID (Omicron variant, which I cleared quickly), a severe chest cold a couple of weeks later which evolved into bronchitis and pneumonia. A 7 day course of steroids was miraculous, after which I began seeing a pulmonologist for follow up care. She prescribed 100 mcg Trelegy Ellipta, which enabled me to feel better and be more active. At that point I was researching nebulized glutathione. My follow up CT scan revealed a new 10mm nodule in my right lung. It lit up on a PET scan, indicating cancer (no metastasis indicated). The nodule is located such that a biopsy wasn't feasible (in between my aorta and a major blood vessel), and a lung resection was proposed. At this point I decided call a halt and began pursuing a protocol including CLO2, DMSO, repurposed/off-label drugs, ketogenic diet, supplements to target cancer's pathways. In addition to doing Jim Humble's CLO2 protocols, I've also been nebulizing sodium chlorite. Cancer has overtaken all other concerns now, and we'll see if my efforts have been successful in mid-August when I have another PET scan scheduled. Imagine my surprise to now read that DMSO may be an important element in treating emphysema! Thanks so much for this kind of information. I've been trying to ghost my MDs about what I'm doing, hoping that positive results will make believers out of them. My regular MD is not happy with me right now, and I sense a confrontation is coming.
I really appreciate all the information you are providing.
I have some internal bleeding and am now taking 3 teaspoons of DMSO in a glass of water in which I have first dissolved a teaspoon of Ascorbic Acid powder and 20 drops of Methylene Blue. The electron exchange between the ascorbic acid and the methylene blue results in the water becoming clear before I add the DMSO. I started with smaller amounts 10 drops of methylene blue and 1 teaspoon of dmso . I will continue this for another week before returning to my urologist for another check up. I also apply a mixture of 70% dmso mixed with 30% magnesium oil applied to my legs and arms. I stopped skiing at the age of 74 when I found my muscles had deteriorated to the extent that I could not get up after a fall by edging my skis and pushing down with my sticks. So far, my muscles have not responded to the extent I had hope for using the dmso/magnesium oil but swelling in my ankles and feet in hot weather has been much reduced. So there are many benefits but it is still a work in progress.
I also rub a 50/50 mixture of dmso/water into my scalp once a week after a hair wash, which has brought some colour back and made it more blonde. Soon approaching 81 I am looking for more energy, especially for my legs, so as I said "it is a work in progress".
Sorry, Doctor, couldn't find this info anywhere: will taking a teaspoon of 70% DMSO diluted in a 12 oz glass of water daily, negatively impact crowns? I believe some of my crowns have metal. What about if I have an oral device made of plastic (BPA free) that I wear while sleeping every night? I would not wear the device while drinking the DMSO, but would put it in my mouth later. Thank you!
What does that mean? "too dilute to" ? OK to drink with crowns (and implants) or not? I never read in your readings yet that couldn't drink it with crowns, implants, etc. ?
I think it is a direct answer to the question posed (first setence) - 1 tsp of 70% DMSO in 12 oz water is “too dilute” to be a problem with crowns i.e. that level of dilution is not an issue
Are there any doctors that will prescribe a nebulizer to someone who doesn't have ailments? i do not want one of the amazon ones and aren't allowed to purchase one from a medical store.
Yes, the Pari (i think e-flow) is the one I'd like to get. Now I'm trying to figure out how to get one - either with a script from a Dr who will oblige or somewhere who will sell to me without one.
I got one online in the US (no script) and it was actually sent to a friend in California on my behalf, to send on to me, as I am not in the US. I find it a good machine.
Everyone, thank you!! I just successfully ordered the Pari trek from vitality medical.
Xmen could you share a little more detail about the glass delivery cone and how it works with a nebulizer (or if it's a different product ), thank you again, what a great team xx
Hello, Doctor! Thank you so much for all this information! I have so many questions, but here are two:
1. I have been using liquid DMSO (70%) topically for about a week on my foot. I have bursitis, arthritis, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and a heel spur, all in one foot. I apply DMSO to the areas that are affected, and for the heel spur, I apply DMSO to the underside of the foot, from the heel to the ball of the foot. Is that the best way to do it? I use a horsehair brush to paint it on.
2. For diluting, can I use water from my Kinetico reverse osmosis system, or does it have to be purified water, bought from the store? I know my Kinetico system filters out 99.9% of the nasty stuff that is in my water (I am on a well).
I am subscribed #6FEO468F-0001 but no longer receiving full subscription. Renewal due mid August. This is the article I most wanted to read. What's up??
I am looking for updates about the man with COPD that was going back to the pulmonologist for a recheck. Does anyone know if there are any updates on his condition? Thank you
I've been diagnosed with mild emphysema and would like to nebulize DSMO. How many drops of DSMO per 10 ml would be best? Is 10 ml solution nebulized three times a week optimal? Thank you
My husband is 77 yrs old and has horrible fungas on his toe nails and fingernails. He has had this since high school with nothing helping to cure it. I bought liquid DMSO from Walmart.com. He has been brushing it on his nails for 2 weeks. It isn't gone yet however, it is 60% better and he can't believe he can actually see his real nails. I use the Nature's gift DMSO salve for a skin condition. It's almost totally healed. I also puchase the salve from Walmart.com. Thank you so much for your articles. Blessings to you!!
In order to make 1-5% to nebulized DMSO, how much saline and how much 99.9% DMSO in the nebulizer compartment ? Can a larger amount be mixed and saved in order to use only 5ml of 1-5% at a time. If so, what are the amounts ? Thanks.
Please help me. My friend was told he needs a lung transplant. Can DMSO help him? Need to find a Dr to help him take it correctly. Where do I turn for help?
is there any way to counter the 1 and only side effect of DMSO that I experience... it makes me stink like rotten fruit! I found that it really helped me with arthritis and would love to keep taking it, but some of my co-workers are extremely sensitive to my smell when I'm dosing it... I often hear "what is that smell" when I enter an office, conference room, etc. My wife tolerates it, but complains about it (unless she is also dosing). But she works too and can't utilize it consistently for her issues either!
Try using some tart cherry concentrate or pure pomegranate juice. I use tart cherry concentrate and it has helped the smell (that others can smell but not me on myself).
Hey, thank you for this valuable resource. I would just like to find out where I can purchase reliable DMSO from outside the U.S? The links provided here only ships to the States unfortunately. Any tips greatly appreciated, thanks.
Thank you for all the work you do to bring DMSO to the forefront. I am already benefitting from your articles (pain from arthritis in my hip has been greatly reduced after only 2 weeks of oral application).
I am in Canada and cannot use any of your recommendations for purchasing DMSO as they will not ship internationally. Would it be possible for you to recommend a brand that is available in Canada? The only way for me to purchase any is via Amazon and I am worried about the quality of the products they offer, especially after reading some of the comments below.
Thank you again, you have already improved my life immeasurably.
I am in Canada as well and got Nature's Gift DMSO from Amazon.ca, one of the recommendations from our WMD. You can also get in touch with www.yumnaturals.com in Ontario- Amanda Dawn Vollmer. She's the author of "Healing with DMSO". Great helpful book, available on Amazon.ca as well.
Thank you for this! It's great to know that a product on Amazon has been recommended by WMD. And thanks for the tip about the author of a book I have been wanting to buy for awhile now. Knowing she is accessible and Canadian is all I needed to go ahead and buy it!
Hi Janet. I have purchased DMSO in Canada from Well.ca which sells the Life Choice DMSO brand. The latter is a company in Cochrane, Alberta, website lifechoice dot net. Their website looks very impressive and they have a long video about how to use DMSO that you can watch.
I haven't noticed any smell but maybe my friends are just being polite! The company owner recommends taking chlorophyll or eating spinach to counteract the smell.
They sell both 90% liquid and a gel. I've used the liquid, neat, topically for two months and it has helped several arthritic joints very much. Trying nebulizing it now but it is too early to report any results.
My only "complaint" about the LifeChoice DMSO is it's fairly expensive and the bottle is small. But it lasts a long time.
I did contact the Nature's Gift DMSO company in the US but they said this: "You can order the rose scented cream or the Gel form of dmso from us because we only use the Post office for Canada orders and they do not take liquids."
This is wonderful info, thank you SO much Arabella! I really do appreciate everything you've shared. I will be checking out Well.ca immediately, and ordering from them, I'm sure.
I just found a NAKA 90% DMSO aloe vera gel on National Nutrition. Naka is a good brand. It says the DMSO is pharmaceutical grade. They also give some useful info on the page that I have not read elsewhere.
One more thing. My bottle, which I bought back in May, has an expiry date of Feb 2029 on it. So one could stock up during a sale. The only thing I do wonder about is that the inside of the dropper top is rubber, or seems to be rubber, whatever the outside squeezy bit is made of. Not sure about the leaching effect of that. One could phone LifeChoice to ask but right now I don't have the time. Apparently they were the first to get approval in Canada to sell DMSO and the company head is a naturopathic doctor who seems very knowledgeable.
Interesting question and it is good to know that LifeChoice is obviously very reputable. I will try to email them later today and ask about the rubber stopper, if I get a response I will post it here on our thread.
I have tried Woldo Health DMSO 99.9% Pharma Grade purchased from Amazon on my left shoulder for rotator cuff pain. 50% DMSO and 50% castor oil. It may have helped a little but not much. Based on the comments I'm going to try dmsostore.com and see if that works better. Also should I just dilute with my reverse osmosis water, or keep using castor oil, or something else. Also I had a crazy idea mix in some glucosomine or maybe collagen peptides just to try it.
I reccomend that one becaues it works. There's a lot of variability with other brands. You probably want magnesium chloride with it. Castor oil might help too.
Hello doctor, thanks for everything you do. Could you recommand any European seller that has quality product? I'd like to try here but am not sure if ok or not: https://dmsoshop.de/en
Have you published a clear protocol for nebulizing DMSO and/or Glutathione for COPD?I have looked but to no avail . The amount of information and obviously the amount of your effort in accumulating and providing is extraordinary and i thank you for that. I could not help but subscribe and support your efforts
Everything that is known is in the last part of the article here. I do not write out protocols for the sake of having one when it's ambigious and not known; other people tend to.
Have been nebulizing a 15% solution once a day for the last month(COPD)and am now experiencing my second exacerbation in the last month, could be entirely unrelated(started rubbing gel for 3 weeks, then nebulized a 5% solution for 2 weeks
) as there are so many different factors that could affect this outcome. Unfortunately have reverted to the standard action plan prednisone with the added antibiotics and will start over in a week. I'm going to order Glutathione and will try that if I experience another exacerbation
Thanks for the quick reply. I guess its wishful thinking that any research into the subject would include an extensive study with protocols to evaluate. Who would pay for it?
I have nebulized glutathione. I have read (and use) the reduced L glutathione plus (200 mg) from theranaturals.com It has NaHCO3 in it to make it soluble in solution. Do not use a liposomal glutathione. Separate 1 capsule into 5 cc normal saline (0.9 %) may titrate dose up to 600 mg.
Or you can get a prescription for liquid glutathione with 1 ml glutathione (200 mg) mixed with 4 ml normal saline.
I'm just starting to nebulize glutathione - haven't started yet. Can you please recommend an appropriate nebulizer. Please. I'd also like to consider nebulizing DMSO so hopefully good for that too, but starting with glutathione. Thank you so much for writing a formula for starting. Much, much appreciation and thanks.
Hi Doc I just received some 99.9995% pure DMSO for my mom to nebulize. She has advanced COPD with 23% lung capacity. She is suffering really badly and Im desperate to help her but I'm not sure how to proceed. Can you please explain in layman's terms how I can mix a solution to put in her nebulizer?
Come see me and I’ll fix you up. You can find me online at www.ascrmed.com. Advanced Spinal Care and Regenrative Medicine. I’m new to this thread but have folks fly in weekly to see me and get a strategy created. Reach out
Are you aware of any books that contain these and other recommended applications? I find myself a bit overwhelmed and think it would be nice to have sort of a manual in hand. Thank you so much. I’m using 75% on a 35 year recurring cyst as well as for aches and pains.
Fantastic research and sharing. DMSO seems to have made a difference for my mother who was recently diagnosed with ILD. We are researching a DMSO - friendly nebulizer that has stainless steel reservoir. Any suggestions?
Thank you for the DMSO information. I have several issues I would like to address with it, COPD, tinnitus and nasal infection. I see the recommended percentages of dilution based on tolerance, but have never come across recommendations on how often to administer or ingest. How long is treatment needed and how many doses per day. Thank you.
Hello, for treating COPD are there any considerations with timing when taking oral DMSO and/or nebulizing DMSO when you are also taking oral & inhaled steroids? Example: take DMSO orally and/or nebulize DMSO 1 - 2hours after taking steroids(??). Hope that makes sense.
1)nebulize twice daily, Trilegy taken in-between ie 4hrs after . This worked fine until I increased the dosage nebulized from 10% to 23%. It may have triggered an exacerbation.
2)back to 1x daily at 15%, Trilegy first in morning nebulize a minimum of 4 hrs hater
Hello Dr! I read your posts about the benefits of DMSO with great interest! I am particularly hoping to give it to my 91 year old mother who has pneumonia. She has a nebulizer and I would very much like to get her to start inhaling DMSO with or w/o glutathione. I would be so very appreciative of exact directions on how to safely administer DMSO to her. Is liposomal glutathione suitable? Would one drop of DMSO in 10cc of saline help her? How often would you recommend she have it? Thank you very much.
What is meant by concentrations of DMSO ie 1%, 10%, 50% etc used in the nebulizer?. Is that a percentage of total liquid in the nebulizer or strength of the DMSO? I'm confused. Thanks
Does anyone have any links or can point me in the direction to buy a nebuliser that uses a glass chamber rather than a plastic one??? I havent had much luck and wish to try nebulising DMSO for lung fibrosis
A Midwestern Dr: My daughter has a friend with Cystic Fybrosis. She is barely hanging on. I sent my daughter your article about DMSO and she is going to pass it along to her friend. I am sure she has a nebulizer any suggestions on how she should begin? I have read starting with 1% DMSO, what about glutathione? Thank you!
I seem to remember a page specifically of DMSO testimonials. Is my memory correct, and if so can someone please offer the link to that page? I can't find it now, other than reading through all the comments of every article. Thank you.
Maybe comments are closed but I'll try again, as the first one I wrote isn't showing. Just a question. I heard Dr Ana Mihalcea say that the bad things in the death shot are somewhat limited in their negative effect because the cell membrane is so good at keeping bad stuff out. But now I'm using DMSO, which I understand to penetrate the cell membrane with ease, and carry things with it. I haven't had any shots, but I understand the bad stuff is in everyone now anyways, because we've been receiving it through multiple channels. Should I be worried that DMSO is somehow facilitating its actions?
People tend to get better with DMSO not worse, unless there is an extreme toxicity burden in their body (which I've seen in 2 cases). A major part of this is because DMSO helps cells excerete things trapped inside them.
I believe I have pulmonary fibrosis from years of dust exposure working in a woodshop. I'm afraid of having that confirmed by a doctor and then being unable to resist the pull of their magical fear incantations regarding my certain horrible not-distant death. So I am going this alone pretty much, apart from what I glean from online information. I've been taking DMSO topically and internally, with promising though a bit shy of dramatic results, and soon to start administering it with a nebulizer, possibly alternating with glutathione.
But my question is regarding what Dr. Ana Mihalcea said in an interview I just watched. She said something to the effect that the damage done by the poison death shots would be worse if cells, or maybe blood cells specifically, didn't have such a tight cell membrane which keeps out much of the bad stuff. And then I thought oh no, the whole, or one of the main "abilities" of DMSO was to slip through those membranes (and carry good stuff with it) so now I'm facilitating my own demise by giving the shot nasties an open road to my mitochondria or whatever...to the DNA, or whatever it can attack inside the cells. Any thoughts anyone? because I was just starting to become hopeful about what DMSO can do for me.
Can anyone please give info about a nebulizer good for DMSO. I bought a handheld one and realize it has a very fine mesh which DMSO might degrade and put those fine particles into my lungs. Is that correct??? Can someone please recommend a nebulizer. Thanks so much.
I have been putting 1 tsp DMSO into a qt of water for quite a while. Recently my urologist put me on methenamine to combat kidney stone formation (I had bladder removed due to cancer 8 yrs ago and now have an ostomy). Advisory that came with the medicine says "especially sulfa drugs" may affect the methenamine. I'm to take methenamine (1 gram tab) with morning and evening meal. I thought maybe drinking DMSO cocktail mid-day might be OK. Your thoughts?
In the article you mentioned a tall thin young male with a pneumothorax…I didn’t quite understand if they used dmso and had a lung collapse or exactly what happened. I know of someone in that situation that is pondering whether to try dmso for that very reason…to see of it would improve their problem of reoccurring blebs popping. I just wasn’t sure if I understood that it would be contraindicated for that situation or if you were still just theorizing
I ordered some DMSO at jacoblab. But the costs to send to the EU are really high and on top of that I need to pay import taxes. Does anyone know of a good place to buy it inside the EU which delivers quality product? Would this be good? https://dmsoshop.de/en
Invaluable information!! Question: Heard that zinc coupled with DMSO is most beneficial, with healing results using nebulizer. Of what would the solution consist ? And in what measurements?
I nebulize daily now in an effort to recover lung capacity post exposure to herbicide spray last year. I also have had asthma and evidently have scar tissue in my lungs. I’ve been using glutathione and H2O2 in saline H2O. I would appreciate hearing how much (in drops preferably) DMSO I would use per nebulizer session. It’s difficult for me to relate to percentages. And maybe, of the advisability of combining DMSO with glutathione? I appreciate MWD and his wonderful articles on DMSO…and other subjects. Thanks!
Can someone please direct me or tell me what the DMSO protocol is for lung conditions like Mycoplasma pneumonia. I need to try it badly. I already use DMSO at 30% for my glaucoma and macular degeneration. Thanks.
My dad has advanced pulmonary fibrosis with under 20% of his lung capacity left and has lost much weight because of his medications and not being able to function because of his need for so much oxygen. I had high hopes of using DMSO internally and rubbing on his back and chest, but then I read that it may react with pharmaceutical medications and my dad is on at least nine different prescriptions. I’m hoping that you could clarify if it would still be OK for me to use DMSO and what you would recommend. I’ve read all of your articles, but I don’t remember reading about the interaction with pharmaceuticals. At this point, I think why not try it but if something would happen on my watch because me “experimenting “on him, that probably want to go over well as my brother is married to a doctor of Research and you know how that goes. I would love any advice that you may have in this particular instance. Thank you so much for all that you do. I have passed along your information to countless people who also benefit from your expertise.
I’ve had asthma since I was a baby. I am 62. Well controlled since the 1990’s. I think what I have now is bronchiectasis. A consequence of covid 2020, 2022 & pneumonia 2023. Despite taking Tezspire for the last 2 months, the breathlessness is still with me. Nebulizing DMSO (2 drops) in 3 ml saline once per day. Just started. So we’ll see how it goes. This site really helped me understand what’s happening: https://www.speakupinbronchiectasis.com/about-bronchiectasis/
These testimonials all sound wonderful but I am wondering if DMSO can help mold toxicity. Recent lab work shows I have two kinds of mold in my body and I suspect sinuses and lungs, as my lungs have gotten progressively worse since ae 40. I was first diagnosed with asthma, then copd, emphysema, and finally pulmonary fibrosis. Never smoked or worked in the coal mines. Help!!
Funny you mention that. My friend was frustrated with me for not using nicotine patches. I am interested. Could you tell me 1-where to find low dose patches 2- What symptoms improved? 3-Where can I learn more about how nicotine can help with mold etc. Thank you so much!!!
Hello. Is it possible to fly to wherever you (AMD) are and become a patient? We think this will greatly help my husband but because he is on pain meds and other issues…don’t want to try this without being under a doctor’s care. Or is an appt via FaceTime an option??
And thank you for all the writings and research. You are doing God’s work.
I have struggled with COPD for 20 years, and was finally able to quit smoking 9 years ago. I started using DMSO a week ago and have so far had some amazing results. I feel I am ready to try using it in my Nebulizer. I am trying the 50/50 ratio with Distilled water, but the vapor seems very strong. Tastes horrible. Is this Normal or have I done something wrong with the mix?
I'd like to try nebulizing DMSO for treatment of emphysema, and likely lung cancer. (The tumor is located such that a biopsy isn't realistic.) I have a list of plastics that could be used for the nebulizer cup, but I cannot determine if anyone sells cups made from the right material. I've queried a number of companies, and they can't tell me. Is anyone else doing this, and can you tell me where you got a cup made from the right material? Very frustrating!
I've been researching aloe vera as a consequence of these DMSO articles and I have learned that all aloe vera gels are not equal. Apparently whole leaf aloe vera is not recommended for internal use, whereas 'inner fillet' aloe vera is fine. I do not know enough to say more but perhaps people who use aloe vera gel with DMSO should make sure that the one they choose is safe for internal use, as it is transported into the body. I found this info from a simple web search on what appear to be reliable sites but I cannot guarantee the accuracy.
Any evidence in helping with patients and T2 DM? I’ve read two of your posts and am hoping I have missed something. Also, for tinnitus, apply drops directly into the ear? Thank you in advance!
In other posts, AMD has said to use DMSO (concentration or gel) around the ears for tinnitus (I believe he/she recommended this first) or dilute to 20% use 1-2 drops in each ear, lie on each side for 15 minutes. Also, I think AMD wrote you could clean ears first with hydrogen peroxide drops.
I'm trying to navigate the issue of smell with DMSO. It works for my hip/sciatica pain but then I reek. I'm off from teaching for the summer but am afraid I will be forced to do without relief for the sake of my colleagues and students in a few weeks, not to mention my marriage, as my husband can't stand to be around me when I use enough to get full relief. Anyone find anything that eliminates the odor when using DMSO topically? I'm currently using peppermint oil with the 70% DMSO/30% Aloe Vera gel.
AMD, I saw a comment here (I think it was this issue) about using DMSO to dissolve Botox. I get Botox for Hemifacial Spasms. I want to use on areas that didn't have the desired effects to reduce those effects on my face. How would I use it and does it work right away? Thank you.
Hello, any experience with nebulized DMSO in individuals on anticoagulants/anti-plt (aspirin, clopidogrel) therapies? He's on a ton of medications for COPD + fibrosis, HTN, cardiovascular disease).
I'd like to have a family member try this. He needs between 3-5L of O2 to do normal activities of daily living. What dose and route of administration would you recommend in this case?
A GREAT AND UNUSUAL SUCCESS STORY. WORTH SHARING WITH YOUR READERS in the next DMSO article.
8 and 1/2 years ago I had hernia surgery. It was completely successful except for one side effect. Upon ejaculation I experience sharp but short lived (less than 10 seconds) pain near the incisions. 8 and 1/2 years later, I still have the pain upon ejaculation. The conclusion from a few different doctors was that scar tissue grew back around my vas deferens on that side and the pain is the result of fluid being forced through the vas deferens. I have grown to live with it.
Update to this past week: I have been using DMSO for some knee pain (sadly not working), but lo and behold, my ejaculation pain has completely disappeared. This is in line with what you wrote about scar tissue in your second DMSO article on Sep 29, 2024. But there you implied that the DMSO needs to be applied soon after the surgery, if not during the surgery. I can report that, at least for me, it worked 8 and 1/2 years after the surgery (I am currently 69 years old). THANK YOU MWD.
Charles Martin here in Thailand trying DMSO with a nebulizer for the first time. Lungs damaged due to smoking earlier in life. It is very humid here and hot. Experiencing increased difficulty breathing since beginning with 10 % DMSO after 4-5 treatments in as many days.
Anyone experienced a set back with their breathing upon taking up DMSO? ( email: cndm12345@hotmail.com)…thanks for your input!
Ok, I've read everything I've can on your great series, and I'm taking your advice, and starting off with a low dose topical application of DMSO. I have a few issues, so I just need/want some clarification, as I don't want to make my health worse than it is.
I've been diagnosed with bronchiectasis a few months ago, and my quality of life is so bad, that going out for dinner etc, can be too much at time. To compound matters, I've developed heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, thus experience pulmonary edema regularly as well.
I also had a kidney and pancreas transplant in 2005, thus I'm on a bucketload of medications, and wouldn't be surprised these meds have contributed to my declining health...
So, my questions are: 1. With all the meds I'm currently taking, should I administer dmso a few hours after taking my meds, even if it's only topical? I'm intending to nebulise if topical application seems helpful.
2. If I administer dmso topically for my lungs, might it have some benefits for the heart? Are there any studies relating to the heart?
I've tried gleening as much information regarding my queries, but alas, no one is in a similar situation health wise, hence my questions.
Wondering if dog owners have used this for osteoarthritis in their dogs...??? If so, did you have to shave the area before application? Any other tips or info for dogs with arthritis, would be much appreciated. TIA
Thank you so much for this detailed article. I have been using DMSO for a few months for pain. I have a lot of pain from doing physical work and 2 bad car wrecks. It has been an effective chronic pain reliever. I am going to try the nebulizer. I was a welder in the 1970's around the time asbestos was being removed in plants and factories. The big chunks were carried away but nobody ever pressure-washed the plant, factory, shop or mine to get rid of decades of dust. I have fibrosis, nodules, scarring and because I lived at high altitude, I developed pulmonary hypertension. I have been my own doctor for a long time, so nebulized DMSO it is. Wish me luck!
Thank you for this, but If I have 99.9% DMSO, what is considered a low dose using isotonic saline, 0.9%. I'm thinking 1 drop DMSO and 1 ampule of saline. Or 1 drop DMSO to 3 or 4 drops of purified water with 1 drop dilute to 1 ampule of saline. What think thou?
A lot of these health issues we have build up over a long period of time, so we cannot expect overnight solutions with DMSO but keep applying it and it really does work. I have a back issue in my left lower back with an operation on L4/L5 disc. With regular application in this area it has taken over a month for the pain to subside, on the other hand,rubbing a 70/30 concentration daily on to my legs and feet quickly resulted in less swelling in the Summer heat.
Has there been any research on the use of DMSO for treating asbestosis, and what are the findings or potential benefits? Additionally, are there any recommended dosages or administration methods for such a treatment, if studied
Greetings MWD! As ALWAYS Than You Infinitely for ALL the info you share! So very needed! A few questions;
Re lung and rev issues, some related to 'long covid', will you be discussing one of the possible causes - 'spike proteins'? How can they be eliminated?!
The digestive system, the best way to address infections and how to heal the gut? I'm thinking CD for infection with the addition of dmso for both infection & restoring the gut & entire digestive system - best protocol?
So ok, you use exosomes to eliminate spike protein? How does that work? I think a LOT of people have spike protein issues and have no idea. Interesting to learn about nicotine.
Looking forward to your discussion coming up re gut issues.
Oops, I meant to say hernia, not hemorrhoid, makes sense that dmso would be beneficial for hemorrhoids. Meanwhile, a friend recently shared that he has a hernia. I said, 'hey have you tried dmso?!' I think taking it internally and applying it to your belly. I told him to look up the MWD on substack and check out your dmso series.
He said in the past he has taken MMS for muscle issues and chose it over dmso because it doesn't make you smell like garlic. Is MMS as potent as dmso?
and, could dmso address healing an correcting a hernia?
Actually, I've forwarded your dmso articles and others, to many of my friends. We need people to learn about how we can be best be preventing and healing!
Well that sounds good, exosomes neutralize the damage to cells, that's Significant! I looked up Dr Artis on rumble and listened to a talk he gave about his new book 'Moving Beyond the Covid-19 Lies'. He talks about how nicotine attaches to the Ace2 receptors blocking spike proteins from doing so. And how it totally resolves many health issues even myocarditis, heals the heart too!!! A good match with dmso!
Thank you so much for all of this information. It’s a lot to take in. I am hoping DMSO helps my exercise induced asthma, and various aches and pains. I just ordered a nebulizer and saline ampules to try with it.
I get recurring parasitic infections. I seem to be susceptible to them, whereas my hubby - same age, same pets, same food, etc, never gets them.
Do you have any idea if oral DMSO taken regularly might help defend against parasites?
Thanks so much for more valuable information about the use of DMSO in personal health. I continue to look forward to your planned writing about DMSO and CIPN (Chemo-induced Peripheral Neuropathy)
I am hoping you can help me with some confusion about DMSO. I asked an openevidence.com query "How does DMSO affect lymphocytes" because I am currently doing IV DMSO since May 9th and my lymphocytes have remained below normal since then with only a .1 increase in June. The AI query says the following: DMSO affect lymphocytes primarily by inhibiting their activation, proliferation, and cytokine production in a dose-dependent manner. At concentrations as low as .25-1%, DMSO suppresses the expression of activation markers (CD69, CD25, CD154) and reduces proliferation of CD4+ T Cells, with higher concentrations (>1%) abolishing proliferation entirely. DMSO also variably inhibits cytokine production, including IL-2, TNF-a, IFN-y, IL-4, IL21 and IL-33, and impairs glucose update and early signaling pathways in T cells.
In addition DMSO induces reversible G1 cell cycle arrest in lymphoid cell lines and can inhibit differentiation into IgM-secreting plasma cells, even in the presence of IL-6. This cell cycle arrest is reversible upon removal of DMSO. At higher concentrations (>2% and prolonged exposure), DMSO can compromise T cell responses and viability, particularly in monocytes, but short-term exposure at </=10% for up to 1 hour does not significantly affect viability or function.
DMSO also exerts anti-inflammatory effects by suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokine and chemokine production, and by inhibiting key signaling pathways such as ERK1/2, p38, JNK, and Akt. In malignant lymphocytes, DMSO can induce apoptosis via TNF-a and P53-mediated pathways, while sparing normal lymphocytes.
In summary, DMSO inhibits lymphocyte activation, proliferation and cytokine production, induces reversible cell cycle arrest, and exerts anti-inflammatory and pro-apoptotic effects in a concentration and exposure depending manner.
I have endometrial cancer metastasized to the lung. This citing seems contradictory for this layperson--first saying that it is stopping me from increasing lymphocytes (which are low and that I understand are critical for beating cancer and signal inflammation). It seems that on one hand, I should stop the DMSO and on the other, I should continue. Can you provide some clarity ? Thank you! --Heidi
I have a question concerning the cell wall deficient bacterial that you wrote about in a post from 12/29/24. I left a comment/question, more detailed in that post but realized since it was more than 6 months old it probably would not be seen. In that post you said, " we instead give signaling products derived from healthy bacteria to transform the CWD bacteria into a non-harmful form." What are the signaling products you use? My husband has been on multi rounds of antibiotics off and on for two years due to numerous infections that started with a diverticulitis infection in 2023. Unfortunately these infections and rounds of antibiotics have caused some serious cognitive disfunction for him. I suspect neuro-inflammation from the CWD bacteria that doesn't show up on any tests. We have not tried any DMSO yet for him although I have been using it for foot/ankle pain that I've had for years and for my knees...arthritis ( not particularly helpful for my knees unfortunately).
Thanks for your excellent articles on numerous subjects with great references!
Amazing article. I would be interested to know the dilution rates from low to high for DMSO and chlorine dioxide nebulization to help with infections. DMSO and distilled water, anywhere from 1%-50%. But what about adding in chlorine dioxide at standard 3000 ppm strength? How many drops or mls in a 2 ml nebulizer dose, low and high range?
Thank you so much for all the information on DMSO! I haven't seen any reference to using DMSO for bronchiectasis and wondered if you have any reports on DMSO use in that context. I also have non-tuberculous mycobacterium infection, but the bronchiectasis seems to be the more concerning at present. I'm fortunate to have a pulmonologist who is avoiding the dangerous "Big 3" 1-2 yr. antibiotic treatment, so I am nebulizing levalbuterol followed by hypertonic saline, but recent CT shows worsening of the BE. I'm what you call a "sensitive" patient, needing very small doses, so I'm a little hesitant to experiment. Would it be best to add the DMSO to the levalbuterol, or to the saline? Thank you!
I really appreciate all the information you are providing.
I have some internal bleeding and am now taking 3 teaspoons of DMSO in a glass of water in which I have first dissolved a teaspoon of Ascorbic Acid powder and 20 drops of Methylene Blue. The electron exchange between the ascorbic acid and the methylene blue results in the water becoming clear before I add the DMSO. I started with smaller amounts 10 drops of methylene blue and 1 teaspoon of dmso . I will continue this for another week before returning to my urologist for another check up. I also apply a mixture of 70% dmso mixed with 30% magnesium oil applied to my legs and arms. I stopped skiing at the age of 74 when I found my muscles had deteriorated to the extent that I could not get up after a fall by edging my skis and pushing down with my sticks. So far, my muscles have not responded to the extent I had hope for using the dmso/magnesium oil but swelling in my ankles and feet in hot weather has been much reduced. So there are many benefits but it is still a work in progress.
I also rub a 50/50 mixture of dmso/water into my scalp once a week after a hair wash, which has brought some colour back and made it more blonde. Soon approaching 81 I am looking for more energy, especially for my legs, so as I said "it is a work in progress".
Thank you for your deep dive and thorough research on DMSO.
Is there an issue using a topical preparation for a person with low fat and muscle mass? Should one avoid any topical creams on body or just at the application site? Thank you!
This is outstanding because this gives specifics of "how to" for DIY,'ers. Its practical for those of us not able to travel to a clinic or without needing specialized equipment to mix it up and its very encouraging. Loved the video of the woman and her neighbor with COPD. I wish I had known it for my mothers lung cancer. I've shared this with many people now.
The first patient of mine to nebulize DMSO, 1 drop of 99.9% in water suffered a collapsed right lung (pneumothorax), twice, requiring two hospitalizations. Your mentor who insisted that you mention this theoretical possibility was correct.
I was discussing this with Pierre. The patient is tall and thin, which increases the risk of spontaneous pneumothorax in young men, but he is in his late 60s. In terms of risk stratification, I’ll caution against nebulized DMSO for my tall/thin male patients, and proceed from 1% concentration.
Also we just got a really interesting story from another FNP me and Pierre know:
Also, thought you might like to use this for your DMSO+lunger article. I am currently treating a 45 year old CF patient with DMSO and glutithione. She was in the beginning stages of getting worked up for lung transplant. We'll have PFT's from before treatment and updates every 3 months starting in August. 1 month in, she's feeling like a teenager again, exercising and has been illness free for 4 weeks now, which is the longest period without antibiotics since she was in her 20's. She tells me I can share all the details of her case
I'm assuming the thera natural is diluted and then add a drop of DMSO? I have PCD - primary cilia dyskinesia with colonized pseudomonas. Overall managing with some natural alternatives. Currently get IV pushes of glutathione monthly. I am resistant to many antibiotics. I have taken Cayston in the past - and it definitely improves lung function vs other inhaled antibiotics. The antibiotic mixture includes lysine - Can find no research on nebbing alone, but feel there might be something there. Thank you for your extensive research - I am interested in the ultraviolet blood irradiation but difficult to find practitioners that are not about anti aging. Have a few quirks I have to work around! Will be very interested in you CF patient's success. Thanks again!
re: "drinking DMSO which I tried; unfortunately, it left a scent on my breath that seriously bothered my wife."
I've been drinking 99.9% DMSO 7ml in a small glass of milk 3-4 times a week. I've never experienced garlic taste or breath. One bite of an orange or a couple of grapes and immediately all DMSO taste is gone (which isn't bad to begin with). I wonder why the difference?
Is there any evidence (whether anecdotal or otherwise) of DMSO helping to maintain or improve lung function in people with bronchiectasis or its similar cousin, cystic fibrosis? Thanks for any reply.
I wanted to let you know I just this message from a colleague:
Also, thought you might like to use this for your DMSO+lunger article. I am currently treating a 45 year old CF patient with DMSO and glutithione. She was in the beginning stages of getting worked up for lung transplant. We'll have PFT's from before treatment and updates every 3 months starting in August. 1 month in, she's feeling like a teenager again, exercising and has been illness free for 4 weeks now, which is the longest period without antibiotics since she was in her 20's. She tells me I can share all the details of her case
I have COPD and am currently nebulizing gluitathione daily. You mention treating someone with both DMSO and glutathione. Is this done separately or together? Please advise on how to proceed. Thank you!
Hi there. Thank you for the information. I have purchased DMSO (gel, liquid, etc.) however, I am looking for a health practitioner that could assist me on how to use the product. Any suggestion? Thank you
I know a lot of people are adopting DMSO now, but the only person who said I can publicy identify him is James Miller in FL because they have a better medical board.
Hello, thank you for the information. I did contact his office. The staff stated he was resigning and I would not likely be able to see him. I pressed on and stated I still wanted to get an appointment and take my chances. The staff person hung up on me. If you have any other suggestions on how to locate a provider, I am all ears. Thank you for all that you do!
Thank you AMD for your much needed work. I have been suffering sinusitis for several years. The inside upper part of my left nostril nearest to center is inflamed, drains into my lungs, and causes continual coughing and phlegm production. Would DMSO help and, if so, how should it be used? Thank you for any suggestions.
To be honest, the DMSO story is kind of depressing for me because I put a lot of time into learning how to find the root causes of a lot of medical conditions and treat them, but again and again I'm seeing DMSO works much better than what I'd been doing with a fraction of the work or cost.
So thankful for all you provide for so many with your wisdom, research, insights, and courage to stand up and speak about TRUE WELLNESS and HEALTH. Thank you. I am a retired Captain/Firefighter/Paramedic and now a PA-C who found themself in a level 1 trauma center ED all during COVID. My eyes were 'opened' to the truth which led to bullying, name calling, refusal to listen or help, my personal medical history being made public, being sent home and eventually being forced out. I honestly and now happier than I ever have been as I seek to empower and educate others to take ownership of their own health. Thank you for helping me.
In regards to DMSO I have an individual, 60 yo male who was otherwise healthy/active in 2021. Just rode across Iowa on a bike. Got COVID and was slow to recover. Unvaccinated for COVID. took a year to diagnose Idiopathic pulmonary hypertension (IPH). Multiple treatments to cover symptoms and --as you probably know --'no cure'. He is worsening. I presented his case in 2024 at FLCCC medical conference at the request of Dr Kory and Marik. He is on multiple supplements, and we have tried some IV DMSO (which left him smelling horrible for 4 days! how do you lessen that??!) which no significant improvement. Also has had 1 round of some IV stem cells. Tried some peptide bioregulators, and dietary changes. Is considering going on Remodulin (SQ with pump) but we are hoping for sometime that could lead to IMPROVED health/healing. Currently on daily O2. and at night with CPAP. weight is 100 kg 6'4". considering ozone, more DMSO, UVBI...
Do you have recommendations? thoughts? We are up for anything and getting more desperate and not wanting to try all these "HARSH" Meds to cover symptoms.
I have not find any information on DMSO being used for PHT. I could see it helping, but no data at all. UVBI has been shown to help however. I would also consider a zeta potential protocol. Sometimes there's also some type of structural issue from an blood vessel being complessed the right body worker can address.
Thank you for responding--- greatly appreciated! Do you see a problem with combining UVBI with other treatments or drugs? I would like to attempt a UVBI protocol --not sure how that looks or how many treatments?-- with his current drug regimen (opsummit, sildenafil, jardiance, ivermectin, clopidogrel)-- will UVBI affect drug concentrations?
I have a question. I’m doing chelation therapy for heavy metals. I started rubbing DMSO on ganglion cysts I have on both wrists, which I did before the last treatment During the treatment my veins kept blowing. After several tries when they found a vein that worked I still ended with bruising around the injection site. That did not happen during my first two chelations. Could an interaction with the DMSO caused it?
I am 62 years old, medium disposition, worked long office hours as a video editor, had high alcohol, tobacco and cannabis consumption. Developed COPD ~18 years ago. No extra treatment except that prescribed by doctors till last year. Heart trouble, thyroid problems and an enlarged prostate followed. Medications including cortico-steroids increased. Two years ago exacerbations started cat scan diagnosis bulbae. Few months ago more exacerbations, intolerable, more increase in cortico steroids. Started oral and topical use of 40 % dsmo 15 days ago, with clove infusion and sometimes a drop of oregano for topical uses. Now stopped cortico-steroids. Can walk faster, less phelm. My mother had a mis-done root canal. PAINFUL! Medicine didn’t work. 36 hours of misery and pain. THEN Gave her a two drops of 50% clove infused DSMO, repeated twice, the pain stopped
Thank you, AMD, for continuing to share the truth about DMSO and success stories of your readers. This one made me think of my grandson who was diagnosed with EoE, eosinophilic esophagitis. I know it’s a GI issue but one of his treatments was taking albuterol orally. Why wouldn’t DMSO stop the irritation and inflammation of the esophagus. The Substack you wrote about DMSO and internal organs didn’t mention the esophagus but it is part of the GI system. I sent him all the material you wrote and also told him about xolair which is a new drug that inhibits allergic reactions to allergens. I have to read all you write because I don’t want to miss anything. Thank you!!
Thanks. Is it possible for you to write an article about the use of DMSO in the treatment of PD? There are so many people that are suffering with this disease and there is no real help.
I am a Midwestern Patient without a doctor unless I wish to undergo a lung transplant due to diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Came across DMSO and Serrapeptase suggestions online and began using them recently. Feel like I’m flying blindly and would appreciate a protocol from someone like you. Currently using 2 tsp daily of oral DMSO and 750,000U Serrapeptase. And are there other supplements you would recommend? I take CoQ10, K, D3, Magnesium with zinc, and a multivitamin. Again, just from my own reading online. Have no one advising me. Thank you for your efforts in this area.
Hi Mary! You appear to be ahead of me in the journey of life. Supplements ? D3 and K2 are most important but at a high enough dose (The best reference I have found is "How Not to Die with True High-Dose Vitamin D Therapy" by Tiago Henriques. Available on Amazon. Not a trivial resource. Most of my "Home Health Notes" supplements discussion deals with D3. Are you using grounding or "Earthing" bedding. auth. Clinton Ober. All your other choices are the same as I have found.
Which form of dmso should be used in a nebulizer? Could you provide explicit instructions? Dilutions, brands, all of it. I have bronchiectasis and am prescribed alvesco, and albuterol and stiolto.
Is there any experience with the use of DMSO for psoriatic arthritis, taking DMSO orally and combining it with OptiMSM tablets?
I am taking 6 1000mg MSM tablets daily, which already brought about a big initial improvement.
Now I plan to start also taking DMSO orally, combing it with distilled or purified water and wondering what concentration of DMSO might be appropriate.
Should I consider taking anything else, such as magnesium?
Does DMSO interact with nicotine from patches? Asking because a certain group of naturopathic doctors recommend regular low-dose nicotine patches to block the ACE receptors versus covid spike protein.
I have read all the warnings out cosmetics and plastics, and started wondering if there is a risk that oral DMSO can dissolve cataract implants or other things put into the body? I have a silicone macular button and a plug in a tear duct. I have indeed experienced irritation putting 70% gel on the eyelids (usually over castor oil) and want to try oral liquid if there is no risk of dissolving these implants.
After reading about the lungs and dmso, I’m wondering if people who smoke cigarettes should avoid topical dmso? Nebulized should clearly be avoided but what about topically or oral use?
Thanks so much for this article. A couple of questions:
1. in what form is the glutathione used for nebulizing? I see your Thera Naturals link goes to capsules, not a liquid. Are the capsules to be dissolved in a saline solution?
2. Is there a word missing before the 2nd DMSO here (by the added stars):
"In mice exposed to lethal radiation doses, oral DMSO prior to ** DMSO allowed all to survive, and protected many parts of the body including the lungs."
Typos should have said this: In mice exposed to lethal radiation doses, oral DMSO prior to radiation allowed all to survive, and protected many parts of the body including the lungs.
I have nebulized glutathione. I have read (and used) the reduced L glutathione plus (200 mg) from theranaturals.com It has NaHCO3 in it to make it soluble in solution. Do not use a liposomal glutathione. Separate 1 capsule into 5 cc normal saline (0.9 %) may titrate dose up to 600 mg.
Or I believe you can get a prescription for liquid glutathione with 1 ml glutathione (200 mg) mixed with 4 ml normal saline.
I have used it for the glutathione benefit, not for lung issues.
Since I’m taking it orally for overactive bladder symptoms, is there any need to nebulize it for mild COPD or should I still get the desired pulmonary healing from using the oral solution?
It's my understanding that the greater the fraction of DMS (dimethyl sulfide) in the solution of DMSO, the greater the chance of odor in the breath/body. I'm glad to be corrected.
DMSO appears to be something miraculous for so many different health issues. I went back to re-read the issue from October 24, 2024 which was very interesting about the ears and the eyes particularly. I recently had a vision test, and finally gave in and bought glasses; other than the 99 cent glasses I have used for years. The doctor said that I had no signs of macular degeneration, but perhaps a cataract was affecting my vision. It is very difficult for me to read small print...and I saw your article that some people who took the DMSO internally were able to read small print. I see liquids and gels you recommend, but did not see a powder.Did I miss it?,
You're welcome, the Doctor mentioned it in one of the articles, and some people commented that they add a teaspoon or half a teaspoon to water, juice, tea, etc.
Have you heard of DMSO helping with NPH (normal pressure hydrocephalus)? Reading what it does for ICP seems like it would. I currently know 3 people who have it! Not much available for it and seems a long slow death.
In theory it seems like it would, but I have never come across a user report on this and the only study which ever explored this injected DMSO directly into the ventricles of mice and found it caused hydrocephalus in a dose dependent manner. This likely has no relevance to humans taking DMSO normally however.
Find and read, TheHealthy.com, Article from Reader's Digest, June 2021. (RD.com) "A dementia that can be cured"!!! A doctor in Wisconsin has cure for it and healed someone. (My brother had it and died from it, his wife (and me) didn't know about this cure, and he lived in WI!
Thank you for everything you are doing to spread the word on DMSO - I have a friend with COPD who is also on medication for bipolar - any information out there on potential interactions?
This means DSMO does not support absorption of other supplements, similar in the way the sun can, as it primes our body to sulfate (make fat soluble nutrients water soluble so that they can enter our bloodstream for assimilation). Does that help clarify?
No, it means that DMSO can reduce free radicals by becoming MSM, or it can be reduced to function as an electron acceptor in bacteria. I checked the chemistry on it but it never donates the sulfur group to compounds it reacts with (although certain enzymes could likely make that possible).
Thank you so much for all of your time, efforts and research to produce these important informational articles.
The information on the use of DMSO in COPD is particularly pertinent for me and one of the patients in my chiropractic practice. I'll be sharing this article with her in the hopes that she'll be willing to try nebulizing DMSO.
Again, thank you very much.
I couldn’t discern any detailed or specific guidelines. I tried a mix of a little saline water with Argentyn 23 and added dmso to that. I’m sure my ratio was, is well above 1-5%. No bad effects. I don’t know if I’m placebo affected but I, noticing some subtle improvements in a few areas. (COPD0
I’ve also started combining Argentyn 23 (a particular brand of colloidal silver which doesn’t have any fragments ), adding DMSO to that.
No adverse effects
Do we dilute the DMSO when we nebulize it? I’m listening to the article via audio and I can’t .
The doctor definitely recommends diluting it down to about 1% to start and never go over 10%, using sterile saline water to dilute.
Just tried it first time and now recommend starting with just 1-3 DROPS of DMSO to start with, especially if using a natural antibiotic with it and dilute all with 3-5 ml. sterile saline. It raised my blood pressure slightly for a few hours but no respiratory distress from the treatment.
I have a nebulizer with saline solution, never use it. Have DMSO. How much saline is in packet? How much is safe to add with the saline packet? Have copd and anxious to try but haven't as I don't know how to use it to inhale it.
Have successfully applied to hips and back for pain and it works.
Thank you very much for the effort involved in
I have signed up with the Midwestern Doctor for a month to see if "The Forgotten Side of Medicine" can help my wife and me. We both turned 82 this year and have several ailments.
First and most important, my wife, Lois. has Lupus, Scoliosis, only one Kidney that works, and an incurable bacteria in her Bladder.
My problems are not as serious as Lois'. I have severe arthritis in my lumbar that prevents me from doing much. As a homeowner, it is very frustrating to me not to do simple tasks that I have routinely done in the past.
Hearing about all of the amazing curing properties of DMSO, I bought DMSO Gel 99.995% Pure, Low Odor, Pharma Grade from Amazon. My wife applied it to my back daily for 3 weeks. I guess it's because I'm a redhead and have sensitive skin; it burned and stung like crazy for half an hour. A fan directly on my back really helped.
After 3 weeks, there was no change in the pain in my back. I wonder if I did something wrong or am I just immune to the benefits of DMSO? I would love to be one of the Midwestern doctors' success stories.
I would appreciate any suggestions that could help my wife and me.
Ray Renfro
1) You may be in the 10-15% who do not respond to DMSO.
2) You may get a better result with liquid than gel.
3) You may need to combine it with something else (ie. magnesium or procaine).
Regarding your wife, it's less clearcut what the best option is for her. I can think of a lot of things I would try with a patient, but none that would either work consistently or are easily available. In the future I will go into kidney issues in more details.
DMSO has improved my kidney function and greatly reduced the edema I was experiencing. I take the liquid orally. 1/2-1 tsp twice a day. I started with just drops though and worked up to that.
That is wonderful. May I ask the location of your edema? Legs? Abdomen? Face? Thank you kindly.
Ankles primarily but when really bad it would also include the lower legs and feet.
Thank you! It is time that I get brave and try the oral route.
Just important to start low and slow...at least for me. Got a rough headache one day and rested for 24 hours and then picked up where I left off. A bit later a much more mild headache and rested again...and no problems since.
I will be looking forward to the article on Kidneys. If you know anything about the incurable Bladder bacteria she has, I would be interested. I will try your suggestion and get liquid DMSO. I'll try it topically, and if that doesn't work, I'll put a teaspoon of it in my coffee. I'll keep you posted.
DMSO and an oral antibacterial (ie. colloidal silver or chlorine dioxide) and if that does not work, intravesical administration. Depending on the bacteria you may also need a sanum remedy. Something like ozone and UVBI combined could also potentially be very helpful. It's really person by person.
I put the liquid, 99% Pure on my back, and didn't bother me. I'm not a redhead, but am fair skinned.
I ordered HEILTR-PFEN DMSO 99.9% on Amazon. Say it was tested for purity. Have others tell me it's a good brand. Doesn't smell or burn.
DMSOstore.com
Waiting for your kidney info! Getting a biopsy on something on mine in 2 weeks. (They said 20% chance not cancer, 80% it is) Want to do radiation (!) as my pulmonologist said I wouldn't survive surgery like that to abdomen.
A biopsy will spread the cancer from the tumor as they will cut into the tumor.
Tumors form to contain the cancer.
I expressed that to my doctor and she said they use a tube with a needle, so that the specimen doesn't go through other parts of the body.
You poke a whole in the tumor, it's going to leak out.
the lies they tell to make money...... SMH
They can tell if you have Cancer from any blood screening, so a biopsy is a very unnecessary and dangerous procedure.
If you have Cancer, 98% chance that your immune system has broken links and cannot function at the capacity to fight off the Cancer cells circulating in the blood.
Did anyone on your team PROPERLY test you for AI disease(autoimmune disease)?
Cancer lies on the spectrum of AI disease.
If you have auto antibodies attacking you from within, no treatment is going to see a permanent success rate as the antibodies will only intensify if not addressed to find the markers causing them and eliminate them to reduce the load.
Any conventional treatment is going to antagonize them.
Your PC doctor is not the best person to use to test properly for they spent maybe half a day learning about AI disease and were told to just prescribe blockers.
You need to find the right doctor that can test your immune system as it relates to your disease(Cancer).
Find this doctor/health practioner here: ifm.org
I'll check that out. But it wasn't a PC recommending the biopsy. The person recommending it is one of the top people at a major university hospital who took care of my bladder cancer, which hasn't come back. Also had lung cancer over 10 yrs ago, and it hasn't come back. No one I know does blood tests for cancer. Heard it was being done some place or coming to main stream.
I have an endocrinologist, just saw her today, do they check for autoimmune disease?
University hospitals are funded by the medical mafia.
But you keep coming up with more Cancer, which tells me that the Cancer stem cells that are still circulating after treatment are looking for the next weakest area of the body and are finding suitable host in which to put down the anchor.
They all take blood panels and they know just form looking at the results.
Not the right doctor to test.
Follow that link and see if you can find one that will take your insurance and test your immune capacity as it relates to Cancer.
These doctors do not treat Cancer, they treat the innate immune system so your own body can give you the most powerful weapon to fight on its own with perhaps a bit of outside help to stoke the fires of the stunted immune system.
If your doctor or team objects to testing for autoantibodies, you best reconsider your team and their intentions.
Well, I had the biopsy and it came back NON-CANCER!!
Congratulations!!
I am sure you are very relieved.
A non invasive PETscan would diagnose.
Look online for other treatment options:
1) Florida Sharkman Protocol
2) My cancer story.rocks
For anyone following about biopsy, I had the biopsy and it came back NOT CANCER! Praise be to God.
I’m also into in the kidney issues as my husband 87, has one cystic kidney and reduced function. Thank you. Love your posts!
Another reader posted this article on chronic kidney diseases which I found to be fascinating
https://orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/v17n22.shtml
Any idea what amount of DMSO for a 10# dog with not good kidney levels?
I used DMSO liquid for knee pain over a 2-week period, with no change. Then I started taking 1/2 teaspoon daily in my tea. Four days later, the pain (which was usually low-level, but chronic) disappeared completely. That was 6 months ago, and I now take 1 teaspoon DMSO liquid in my tea 4-5x per week.
any issues with the odor orally?
It's very low odor. I get it from dmsostore.com, and it's nearly 100% DMSO - so it can be diluted. Just be aware that any other meds may be affected, and allow a couple of hours before dosing with them. I believe AMD has recommendations on this, but can't locate them right now.
Hi Ray, I too purchased DMSO store products from Amazon and then subsequently purchased the same products directly from dmsostore.com. There is a huge difference in the quality of what are supposed to be the same products. I think the Amazon products I received (despite them being sold by dmso store and fulfilled by amazon) are counterfeit. You might try ordering from dmsostore.com directly and seeing if there's a difference. I prefer the 70% roll on topically for aches and pains, 99% liquid is good for treating wounds, and my husband, who deals with major pain from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, gets the most relief from drinking a teaspoon of 99% in a glass of orange juice daily. Also, using a cotton ball to rub in the excess when the itching/burning is unbearable helps a lot.
Your experience receiving counterfeit DMSO on Amazon mirrors repeated findings by ConsumerLab. com of the same issue with nutritional supplements (vitamins, etc) purchased on Amz, of even respected brands.
So this is not suprising.
I too quit buying these things from Amz and when it comes to DMSO now buy only from the dmsostore. com directly.
We only order our DMSO directly from the manufacturer...never from Amazon.
I agree. I have found that Amazon supplements or other are older than buying directly from the manufacturer.
My dog experienced Kidney Failure due to Lyme disease and I used Dr. Richard Schulze's Kidney Bladder herbs on her and she survived. I had to administer the herbs rectally because she couldn't hold down even water. The vet said he had never seen anything like it and thought she wouldn't survive through the weekend. Dr. Schulze had many, many patients on dialysis and they healed their kidneys. His website was filled with inspirational testimonials, but sadly, during Covid, the FDA forced him to remove them. Anyway, the Kidney Bladder 5 day detox should help her to heal. She can certainly do it more than once, as well. Wishing you and your wife good health and happiness.
https://www.herbdoc.com/5-day-kidney-detox
Amazing! Thanks for sharing this story and the link. What amount did you give your dog/weight? Thx.
She was a Labrador Retriever and weighed about 65 lbs. You are supposed to adjust for weight, but I did not because she was so sick. So, herbal dosages are based on a 150 lb human. I should have given her 43% of a full dose. You just put the weight of the dog/150 lbs. to get the correct dosage. I kept her on all herbs for one month. She lived another three years and passed away at 17 years old.
Try applying some organic castor oil first and then applying the DMSO. I do this and can apply 99.9% DMSO over it with no stinging.
Have you checked your electrical environment (EMF)? Are you aware of the concept of dirty electricity? Electromagnetic fields create oxidative stress/ inflammation, which when removed can allow supplements to then be processed effectively.
Keeping healthy is a jigsaw puzzle fitting all the right pieces together. I take a couple of teaspoons of DMSO daily and also make a lactobazillus Reuterei yogurt as described in the Super Gut book by Dr Davis. The Reuterei bacteria are really good for your gut and also given to my dog cured bleeding from her bladder without any antibiotics. I am coming up to 81 and so not far behind you!. I dilute DMSO 70/30 with magnesium oil so it does not sting very much . It is a bit oily and needs 30-60 minutes to get fully absorbed and give my legs, arms and back a daily spray. Keep persiviering!
To reverse one stage of chronic kidney disease, try niacin with bicarbonate as told here
https://orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/v17n22.shtml
I’d buy from jacoblabs.com quality over Amazon
it is jacoblab.com (not labs)
When I just clicked on the link, it says it is for sale.
Sorry, no S at the end my bad! https://jacoblab.com/?v=0b3b97fa6688
Lupus is a autoimmune disease.
She needs to have testing done to see which Ig antibodies she is producing that are the cause of her lupus.
Identify and then reduce the antigens that are known associated with Lupus.
All autoimmune diseases can be reversed(depending upon stage) or greatly improved in overall health for the person suffering from.
Some react very quickly and some may take up to a year or more to change completely.
If you suffer from RA, this is also autoimmune related.
Blockers are just holding back breaks in the dam like fingers and eventually the dam will give way and then nothing can be done to stop it.
Hi Doc, checking in after my Barretts Esophagus recheck on Monday. I had a severe case of it diagnosed 3 years ago....I refused to take prescriptions omeprazole or pantropazole, but had been taking ivermectin since the pandemic and added menbenzadole 3x a week for the past 8 weeks, then read your article re: DMSO so started applying it topically starting at my throat and rubbing it slowly down to my stomach...and guess what, the Doctor says there is NO SIGN of Barretts Esophagus, but I still have signs of GERD, but my GERD has always been silent so no symptoms which contributed to my developing Barretts. This endoscopy result was such great news and I'm not sure which of my off label meds contributed to the eradication of the Barretts, but I am SO THANKFUL to you and your articles and to GOD for bringing us together as I have continually prayed for a cure, which doctors told me that it was not curable but could maintain it with the proper prescription drugs and limiting diet. SO THANK YOU. I read every word of your posts and am now using DMSO for arthritis in my knees and fingers...You are the BEST!
So happy for you
Hubby had a similar reaction with his Barrett's, as you. Only ... minus the DMSO. WE've also been on IVM since Covid, prophylactically. We didn't begin FenBen until recently (for parasite cleansing). When he had his endo (didn't have the endo during covid...we avoided hospitals!) ... he was completely clear and endo doc said there were NO signs that he ever even had Barretts. The DMSO has to only help the protocol you've been on.
Continued success and health, to you!!
It's really amazing...I thought I was destined to have it for the rest of my life.... so happy for your husband too. Thanks for sharing your husbands experience....I just ordered two books on DMSO to see all the things it can do with recipes.....I'm totally comfortable with IVM and FenBen, as well as hydroycholorquine, but not as confident with the DMSO yet....
You may have SIBO(small intestinal bacteria overgrowth) if you have GERD?
Your PC should be able to test with a simple methane breath test.
Sleep with a slight elevation at your head at night to avoid any possible acid reflux coming up the esophagus.
All the best for you!
Thanks, I go to PC next week and will suggest this....
Grateful to you AMD. We will put this work of yours to use for good. Thank you for helping to provide solutions for those who were at a loss as to where to look for help. I am going to do some personal work on nebulizing DMSO...I have some lung issues resulting from exposures to products of combustion in a broad array... from wildfires to structural fires, chemicals, dust, refuse and biological hazards of several types, metals and fluxes. My career as a Professional Fire Fighter has left me with some challenges to play with, and my hobbies are all dangerous to health. About six months ago, I did some repairs to a piece of jewelry for a merchant representing Navajo silversmiths...and found out that Spiny Oyster dust is not good for eyes... I used Fusidic Acid Opthalmic, plus DMSO and was well in one week, no repercussions.
Thank you.. thank you. I have had pneumonia many times from my work environment and damaged lungs and airways. I have been rubbing DMSO 70% unto my chest and back and my cough is completely gone and I feel whole. I am 76 and want to stay as healthy as I can for as long as possible. I am not a medical person so many times i have to stop and research.... but.. i am learning and want to Thank you for your wonderful articles. I read and reread then..
They are going to have major updates once I get all the DMSO studies compiled
For over 20 years, I have been working/continually revising my "family health notes" that involve topics quite similar to many of the topics you have covered. I have learned much from your posts. Also might mention that I am a long term member of the AAPS.
I am a retired Diagnostic Radiologist. My 50 yr career was predominately in medium-size community hospitals as general radiologist (include interventional) with Chest Radiology as one of my special interests (this followed a 4 year stint in academics teaching chest radiology).
My interest in DMSO as a possible therapy for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is that of a patient. I have slowly progressive pulmonary fibrosis (fibrotic NSIP) not progressing fast enough to be considered UIP. I hope to convince my pulmonologist to partner with me in pursuing DMSO as a therapy for me. I plan to keep careful notes/records and will report back to you my clinical course for better or for worse resulting from treatment protocols we choose.
Thank you for your efforts to bring information to the surface regarding many issues, thus making "informed consent" more possible for many patients.
Wesley Root MD
AAPS is a great organization
Hi Wesley! How is it going so far? My mom has pulmonary fibrosis due to long term use of Macrodantin. Are you nebulizing DMSO? If so—What strength? Should we be concerned about DMSO causing any microplastics from the nebulizer to leech out?
Since it's already a FDA approved medication, this should be pretty easy convincing you would think?
Almost 30% of my 60 page "home health notes" (i.e. an insider's view of the US healthcare delivery system centered on what I believe my family should know about what is hidden from view) deals with the "profession" of medicine and how it came to be destroyed and no longer exists. As an aside, Dr. Pierre Kory now relates that, to his "fear of hospitals" has been added his "fear of doctors."
A radiologist is in a unique position as a consultant in the healthcare team. We are not in competition with (will not take patients away from) the primary care or attending physicians. We interact in real time with the entire spectrum of physicians while they attempt to treat patients. Our position/role provides us the opportunity to observe how almost all primary and specialty physicians "practice" within the entire scope of both in-patient and out-patient healthcare. The perspective I have gained from 50 years of being a radiologist observing the "drama" of medical care in real time is similar to experiencing "death by a thousand small cuts."
Many if not most physicians are currently in a "survival" mode (high workload, forced to follow defined protocols, forced into being a cog in the wheel of corporations pursuing profits.) Add to this a lower than average life expectancy and a high suicie rate. Older physicians are planning to or trying to retire. In this situation, it is rare to find a physician who is aware of (and will pursue) alternative protocols/treatments. Instead, the approach is that of a closed mind with resultant unawareness.
So I hope that my pulmonologist will partner with me in exploring DMSO as a treatment for pulmonary fibrosis. Will see what happens.
Wesley
I see it more of them being handcuffed to the current algorithm of what the AMA allows in treatment options.
Anything outside that narrow box seen as natural or alternative that results in failure with injury or death of the client, can see a medical malpractice lawsuit,
They fear healing the client with other knowledge not approved of by the medical mafia.
The allopathic system is licensed to kill and if they somehow extend the life of the victim, it's rah rah rah, look what we did, regardless of the pain and continue regression of quality of life for the person.( we gave them a whole 6 more months or 1 year of pain and suffering)
It's a vile system that feeds off the insurance industry and a industry in cahoots with the medical mafia.
So the victim is trapped because it's impossible to afford treatment without insurance for most.
If I want to improve my health I have to look into the past. I have been using DMSO for the last 2 months for feet that have been sore for over 30 years due to high arches. Thank you AMD. I have also been using CLO2 for 6 years. Two other old therapies.
1) D3: I found out recently from Dr Coimbra (Coimbra Protocol) that ALL cells have vitamin D receptors that are tissue based including the brain. Not taught ib Medical schools. Dr Coimbra and the doctors he trained treat MS, autism, alzheimer, Parkinsons and other autoimmune diseases with high dose D3, that is not really high dose. When vitamin D came out in the 1920’s people were using 25mg D which is 1,000,000iu D3. Don’t do this unless with someone trained in high dose Coimbra Protocol.
2) Lugols iodine: Iodine was the standard for doctors in the early 1900’s in grams not mg. Today we have indoctrinated fear about D3 and iodine. Up until the 70’s MD’s in hospitals were using 600mg 3x per day super saturated potassium iodide to clear lungs.
Take control of your health, your MD has no bloody clue.
You can also mix lugols with DMSO!
I have to warn you that I started taking Lugol and after few days my liver almost failed. I was so sick! Took me a month to feel better again. I have RA and I’m sure fatty liver too. Beware, as you need a stronger liver than mine to process iodine. The same thing happened to my mother who also has RA. We did it at the same time and we both got so sick in just a few days.
The Coimbra protocols are available on a book entitled "How Not To Die with True High-Dose Vitamin D Therapy" by Tiago Henriques available on Amazon. Tiago is a "teacher" and has made these complex protocols more easy to understand, However, just like DSMO, wish you luck in trying to find an MD who can find the time and patience to partner with you in exploring high dose Vitamin D3.
I ordered the book and you are correct, we are on our own with regard to health. People need to do their own research and take control. Most will not since they are too indoctrinated or do not have the time.
Thanks, I will get the book. For an MD to want to use DMSO, CLO2, high dose D3 and iodine would be in an alternate universe.
If you find a more understandable presentation of the Coimbra protocols, please update me. As an aside, in my posts, I am trying the represent the perspective/viewpoints of the AAPS. Most AAPS members try to be "real doctors" who consider the practice of medicine to be a partnership between the physician and patient. i.e. the patient is also responsible for teaching the physician. The physician/patient relationship is considered as a sacred trust. There are many "real doctors" hiding out.
My experience indicates that it is more typical for surgeons to consider alternative medical practices than internists, family practitioners, and pediatricians who have been indoctrinated into the philosophy that "for every disease there is a pill. I just have to find the right pill to treat this patient." Many surgeons recognize the excising the disease is not truly treating the disease. The best way to treat the disease is to aid your immune system in its healing role.
With regard to Coimbra Protocol someone recommended the book How Not to Die With True High Dose D3 by Tiago Henriques, on Amazon. I just ordered it. If we understood DMSO, chlorine dioxide, D3 and iodine fully MD’s would be out of jobs except for trauma and surgery.
My endocrinologist told me new protocols say my Vit D level shouldn't be over 50%. I was 80, been taking a D3 2,000 IU for a long time. She had me drop it to 1,000 a day, and now at 50. Then read a lot of info why high Vit D is not good in www.ConsumerLab.com. I'm a member there. Suggest reading about Vit D there.
For those who want to "test" the purity of their DMSO, assuming you buy the 100% stuff as I do, just put it in the refrigerator overnight. DMSO freezes at about 66 deg. F, so if it's mostly solid when you check it you almost certainly have the pure product. I found it amusing that it'll take a few days to fully thaw at room temperature (and my home is at 76 F).
Not sure if this has been mentioned before. You should NOT drink alcohol, even days after DMSO use, you will be intoxicated after one cocktail. Also PURE Pomegranate juice will help alleviate the odor for those who ingest it.
Yes it was in the previous article and discussed extensively
Hi Wendy thanks for this tip about the pomegranate juice! As well as the tip about alcohol I’m shipping a bunch of stuff to my mom to try for her very bad COPD (they are talking lung transplants at this point) and this is super helpful to know. Thanks, again!
Good reminder.
thanks!
Do you dilute your DMSO in the pomegranate juice?
Could you please say how long and how often DMSO nebulization is usually done for? E.g. 20 mins 2x daily for a month?
And that glutatione product you mentioned is back in stock, by the way.
It's largely guess work and how the person responds as the data hasn't solidly created a protocol. I would do once a day and go from there.
One of the reasons I pay wall product info is because I don't want the manufacturers to run out, so they get an initial smaller demand and have time to build up.
Where can I buy glutathione to use with an inhaler?
Thanks and sorry, I won't mention names again.
Aromatic medicine may prove to be the most powerful way to combat disease most effectively.
Breathing in the DMSO or/and a combination of essential oils through an inhaler circulates the entire body in the bloodstream and crosses the BBB within one minute of inhaling.
Inflammation is reduced in the body very quickly and upkeep is on demand.
A home made inhaler makes the protocol mobile.
While many here are using topical DMSO(or another agent) on the skin, the skin is still a barrier meant to keep things out and also to regulate toxicity by sweating.
Most of the body has 4 layers of skin to penetrate. The palms of your hands and bottom of your feet have 5 layers.
Even though DMSO can penetrate to the bloodstream and take a complimentary agent like essential oils with it as a carrier, the potency is reduced significantly as it goes through the membranes of each layer.
If you were using essential oils only, then only 4-7% of the oil with make it to the bloodstream.
DMSO greatly will increase the absorption rate, but far under 100%.
In taking the same formula, essential oils and DMSO combination through inhaling, 70%(or more) will be immediately put to use in 1 minute.
I have done the inhalation route while using a oils diffuser with 70/30 DMSO.
I know people are saying " How can you use this safely with the diffuser and the DMSO not reacting with any plastic in the infuser?"
The DMSO is in constant movement in the diffuser and there's not enough time when diffusing for it to truly erode any plastic component.
Plus, the 70/30 DMSO is a diluted formula. (Never use 99.5%)
Do not put more in than you intend to use at one time and no longer than 45 minutes( at one sitting) diffusing as over saturation can take place.
Remove any leftover immediately after use.
If you use a inhaler with DMSO, make sure the cotton wick is certified organic and free of all pesticides.
There are also glass inhalers for this issue as well.
Nothing against nebulizers, but not as convenient to us in a mobile situation.
Hi again, which is the 70 and which is the 30? 70 DMS0 and 30 saline? Sounds like a lot.
70 represents the DMSO and 30% represents distilled water.
How do you make a homemade inhaler? It sounds like a great solution for travel e.g. abroad by plane, when taking a nebulizer along is a nuisance.
Very simple to make.
You are familiar with what the Vicks vapor inhalers looks like??
Same principle.
You can buy the inhaler tubes on Amazon or a site that sells essential oil supplies.
Gotoilsupplies.com is a great place to buy then cheap, but I see they a re currently out of them.
Use organic cotton only as a wick you stuff into the tubes(so you won't get pesticide residue) for dropping in the oils one drop at at time.
15 drops total in combination. 3 to 5 oils as they are more powerful synergistically when combined.
Choose your oil supplier very carefully as 90% of the world market for essential oils is adulterated.( I know this because I own distillations for oils in Indonesia)
Do not cover up the air intake holes for the tube as that is how the oils basically become active when you inhale through the nose or mouth.
You Tube will have videos and variations of what I say above, but most give the best basic guidelines.
The inhaler should last at least three months if taken care of properly. No high heat and make sure inhaler cap is screwed back on top to keep O2 out and the inhaler from drying out.
Thank you very much, that's amazingly helpful.
if you need more help or guidance, contact me at this site:
wildharvestindonesia.com
another good reference is aromatics.com
Very informative and educational 3rd party supplier.
Thanks.
sama..sama(Indonesian for you're welcome)
Thank you A Midwestern Doctor!
Any suggestions on how to handle the bad "breath" resulting from DMSO use?
Will cover in a later article.
Thank you for what you are doing and sorry that it's so "exhausting".
Now, if only Kennedy Jr. would step up to the plate and exhaust himself at working to stop the vaccination program that is most likely one of the major causes of the exponential rise of autism. If one only considers the economic toll on it's own, it should be obvious that this country can't function when over 1 in 30 children and their families are so burdened by this disaster - for the life of the autistic person !!! I still don't understand how Kennedy Jr. can have the proof of the damage that the Hep B vaccine does and yet do nothing to address it ?????
And, at the continuing rate of increase of autistic children, the situation is just getting worse, on a daily basis..............
Thank you so much for the wealth of knowledge you have given us for so many things! I am so distrustful of the medical establishment, religious and pharmaceutical industries anymore- I’ll do the best I can for my own health, spiritual and otherwise.
I finally subscribed due to the volume and depth of research. Thank you.
Please do an in depth article on DMSO treatment for macular degeneration, especially if replacement lens post cataract treatment. I have been applying 20% solution to eye lids 3-4 times daily for only a few weeks. I have an eye exam and injection treatment scheduled in two weeks so it will be interesting to see if any changes appear on scans etc. Best regards and thank you.
Already have; helps a lot of people.
1) Taking occudyne increases efficacy https://allergyresearchgroup.com/products/ocudyne-ii-new-and-improved-formula-200-vegetarian-caps?srsltid=AfmBOoq-1mCwgeX8E_0f1vW6-J5aHfarrg4Ea82bmARob3vFJ42fMjl6
2) 20% is too strong for a lot of people but seems to be fine for you
3) Good to have it diluted in saline so it isotonic.
Please leave the results of your visit be they good, bad or indifferent. Thank you for writing.
We'd love to hear the results of your visit.
Will do.
Thank you for your reply and product recommendation. I also have been taking Ocuguard (Twin Lab) in addition to lutein and antioxidants. I have wet Mac in one eye and dry in other. Currently get injections for wet @ 12 week schedule; extended from 4 at onset about 4 years ago. No treatment for dry eye as it has been stable and Dr concern of risks associated with new dry eye injection meds. I will report back on early results from next exam which will be a little over a month of DMSO application to eye lids. I would like to direct apply to eye but read a warning not to do that if replacement lens in place. No explanation as to why listed (?).
MWD - Thank you so much. This is an incredible amount of information. Appreciate you helping all of us. Hubby has COPD - top of his lungs are gone, so they say. Out of caution & because I really like this man, we’re starting with the gel. He’s still in the frame of mind that doctors are trying to help him. I have to prove things to him to get him to try more natural treatments. I’ve prayed for help with his COPD & ran into you via Vigilant Fox. Per his doctors from years back, he shouldn’t be here today. I have him healthy and strong. Best he’s felt in years, off all meds except blood pressure (that’s a fight), but there’s the COPD. We’re off now to try to help his COPD, thanks to you. If you’re interested, I’ll send you our journey. We’re slow movers. Got anything for bull-headedness? lol!
Here’s hoping you maybe the answer to all those prayers. Appreciate your hard work!
A neighbor’s cat claimed me as his “person” a little over 2 years ago. He spends much of his day at my house and backyard. I noticed he had an itchy spot near his right ear that would flare up from time to time. At times it would bother him so much, he’d scratch at it until it bled. His owner would apply a cream from the vet when it would flare up with semi-effective results. A few days ago, I noticed it had flared up again and he had scratched at it until it was raw. I grabbed a Q-tip and my DMSO and applied it to the sore area. The next day, the wound was sealed up and diminishing. Second day, applied again. The sore area was nearly completely healed by the third day. I dabbed on a final treatment the third day but there was hardly anything to dab at. Happy cat.
Just thought everyone might find this interesting.
Yes, I topically apply 99% pure DMSO every evening on me. Have used it for sore shoulders, knees, with great results. Am inspired to apply on my chest now after reading about others good results for asthma, cough, and related lung issues. Have developed a slight chronic cough from sinusitis. Am inspired to start adding a drop or two of DMSO to a sinus rinse machine.
Tip: if your skin feels hot or turns red when using DMSO topically, (mine did but gradually went away as my skin eventually stopped interpreting the DMSO as a threat), try applying coconut oil before the DMSO. It helped me a lot. DMSO will carry whatever is on your skin into your body. Organic coconut oil is good for us, inside and out.
Hope this is useful for you. Am so grateful for your articles Dr. Thank you so much. 🙏
What about castor oil and DMSO anything on that?
Have not gotten to that yet
I use castor oil & DMSO. I also make some magnesium oil and add DMSO. Now I am trying comfrey oil with DMSO (too soon to tell on the comfrey). I haven’t had the success that I would like with DMSO for my rheumatoid arthritis. But I have a gallon jug so I hope to break through one day!. I take it orally to with tart cherry juice & distilled water.
Thank you!
Many patients with asthma and COPD present with elevated eosinophils. Parasites can contribute to asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) through complex interactions with the host's immune system, primarily by triggering inflammatory responses and altering airway function. Below is an explanation of the pathophysiology for each condition: Asthma and Parasites: Asthma is characterized by airway inflammation, hyperresponsiveness, and reversible airflow obstruction.
Certain parasitic infections can exacerbate or mimic asthma symptoms through the following mechanisms:
Immune Dysregulation and Th2 Response:
Many parasites, particularly helminths (e.g., Ascaris lumbricoides, Strongyloides stercoralis), induce a strong T-helper 2 (Th2) immune response. This involves cytokines like IL-4, IL-5, and IL-13, which promote eosinophil recruitment, IgE production, and mucus hypersecretion.
These Th2-driven responses mirror the allergic inflammation seen in asthma, leading to airway hyperresponsiveness, bronchoconstriction, and mucus plugging.
For example, Ascaris larvae migrating through the lungs can cause Löffler’s syndrome, a condition with eosinophilic pneumonia, wheezing, and asthma-like symptoms.
Eosinophilic Inflammation:
Parasites like Schistosoma or Toxocara can cause chronic eosinophilic infiltration in the lungs, leading to tissue damage and airway remodeling. This sustained inflammation can exacerbate pre-existing asthma or trigger asthma-like symptoms in susceptible individuals.
Eosinophils release toxic granule proteins (e.g., major basic protein), which damage airway epithelium, contributing to airway hyperreactivity.
IgE-Mediated Hypersensitivity:
Parasitic infections increase total and parasite-specific IgE levels, which can cross-react with environmental allergens, amplifying allergic responses in the airways. This is particularly relevant in tropical regions where parasitic infections and asthma coexist.
High IgE levels can trigger mast cell degranulation, releasing histamine and leukotrienes, which cause bronchoconstriction and inflammation.
Direct Mechanical Effects:
Larval migration through lung tissue (e.g., in Ascaris or hookworm infections) can cause physical damage to alveoli and airways, leading to transient wheezing or asthma-like symptoms.
Chronic Immune Stimulation:
Chronic parasitic infections may lead to persistent immune activation, which can exacerbate airway inflammation in genetically predisposed individuals, contributing to asthma development or worsening.
COPD and Parasites COPD is characterized by persistent airflow limitation due to chronic bronchitis or emphysema. The link between parasites and COPD is less direct than with asthma but can occur through chronic inflammation and immune modulation:
Chronic Inflammation and Airway Damage:
Parasitic infections, particularly those causing chronic lung involvement (e.g., Paragonimus or Echinococcus), can lead to persistent inflammation in the airways or lung parenchyma. This chronic inflammation may contribute to airway remodeling, fibrosis, or destruction of alveolar structures, resembling COPD pathology.
For instance, Paragonimus westermani (lung fluke) can cause chronic lung lesions, leading to cough, sputum production, and airflow limitation similar to chronic bronchitis.
Immune Suppression and Secondary Infections:
Some parasites, such as Strongyloides, can suppress host immunity (e.g., via regulatory T cells or anti-inflammatory cytokines like IL-10), increasing susceptibility to bacterial or viral respiratory infections. Recurrent infections can exacerbate airway damage and contribute to COPD progression.
In immunocompromised individuals (e.g., those on corticosteroids), disseminated Strongyloides (hyperinfection syndrome) can cause severe lung inflammation, leading to irreversible airway obstruction.
Oxidative Stress:
Parasitic infections can induce oxidative stress through chronic inflammation, which damages lung tissue and impairs repair mechanisms. This oxidative burden may accelerate emphysema-like changes in COPD, particularly in smokers or those exposed to environmental pollutants.
Malnutrition and Systemic Effects:
Chronic parasitic infections, especially intestinal parasites (e.g., hookworms), can cause malnutrition or anemia, reducing overall lung function and resilience. This systemic effect may worsen COPD symptoms or reduce the ability to cope with exacerbations.
Key Differences in Pathophysiology
Asthma: Parasites primarily exacerbate asthma through Th2-driven allergic inflammation, eosinophilia, and IgE-mediated responses, leading to reversible airway obstruction.
COPD: Parasites contribute to COPD through chronic, non-allergic inflammation, tissue destruction, and secondary infections, leading to irreversible airflow limitation.
Epidemiological Context
In regions with high parasitic burdens (e.g., sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia), the "hygiene hypothesis" suggests that parasitic infections might suppress allergic diseases like asthma by promoting regulatory immune responses. However, certain parasites can directly trigger or worsen asthma-like symptoms.
COPD is less commonly linked to parasites but may be exacerbated in endemic areas due to chronic lung damage or coexisting risk factors like smoking or biomass fuel exposure.
Clinical Implications
Diagnosis: Parasitic infections should be considered in patients with asthma or COPD-like symptoms in endemic areas, especially with eosinophilia, elevated IgE, or atypical presentations.
Treatment: Anti-parasitic therapy (e.g., albendazole for helminths) may reduce symptoms in parasite-induced asthma or COPD exacerbations, alongside standard treatments like bronchodilators or corticosteroids.
Testing for parasites is challenging in the US. In my 36 years of clinical experience I never had a patient who tested positive for any parasites when they used Quest and LabCorp.
My question: can DMSO help these patients who have parasites? Thank you for another amazing article!
DEAR DR. AMD
I thank you deeply for all the data you have compiled for us on the subject DMSO.
I would request you put them all together as a book and publish it.
I shall be the first to pick a few of them.
Pranam's,
Suresh
I have avoided the book because I regularly update the articles. I go through thousands of articles and keep getting new data and changing. I can't do that with a published book.
Two experiences with treating livestock infections with DMSO:
1. A ewe with severe mastitis— normally requiring an injectable antibiotic— cleared it up with only topical applications of Betadine mixed with DMSO. Mammary tissue has a high need for iodine, so increasing its absorption via DMSO was very beneficial and increased the antimicrobial effect.
2. A goat with an injured ear from a dog attack. I dissolved amoxicillin from an oral-route capsule into DMSO and applied it topically to the relatively hairless skin of her udder and inside of her thighs. The wounds healed with no resulting infection. Normally this would have required an injected antibiotic since ruminate animals cannot be given oral antibiotics.
Thank you for doing this! I was really hoping after I published that data someone would try this. Thank you!
I have COPD and asthma, and am very grateful to read this article. I rubbed DMSO on my chest every day for some time with an essential oil that is for respiratory issues, but did not experience any results. I would like to try nebulizing DMSO. Right now I am nebulizing glutathione. Can they be combined? In the article you speak of using 1% DMSO for nebulizing. If I have 99.5% pure DMSO, for example, does 1% mean a drop in the nebulizer with saline solution? Thank you for this article!
Putting a drop of DMSO in my ear actually increased my tinnitus. Have you heard of this causing the tinnitus to become louder? (I only tried it in one ear to be cautious.)
I had success using this for wrist and ankle pain. It also faded some spider veins. I also think it may have stopped my hot flashes as they are returning now that I am not using it anymore. I am afraid to risk my tinnitus becoming any louder.
Would you recommend still using this topically? I am concerned about the affect it had on my tinnitus. I would appreciate any thoughts you have on this.
I have not heard of this. I would try a much lower dose by the ears. It's also possible the increase would be temporary and then die down or improve.
See if there are any issues if you apply it on the other areas of the body.
I have been using a 40 % mixture of DMSO in my ears for a few months, but not very regularly. I notice my hearing and tinnitus get worse temporarily, about two days, then get better than baseline.
this could fall on the spectrum of autoimmune related.
I didn’t see anything mentioned about pulmonary arterial hypertension. My main symptom is severe hypoxia, attached to oxygen 24/7, 4 ltr resting and 10-15 ltr when active. I joke that I feel fine, I just can’t breathe which is very awkward! My specialist tells me I need a lung transplsnt to get off oxygen but after researching that it seems to be worse than PAH! Can you steer me to any docs willing to try DMSO? My md has never heard about it and my specialist is at Mayo so there’s no thinking outside the box there. I live in central Florida and cannot fly, but will drive wherever!
I have come across a few studies showing UVBI treated that but none for DMSO
FL is one of very few states where (with a proper signed release) a Doctor can prescribe DMSO to a patient and (I guess) he and his clinic, etc. are relieved of liability and the doctor from risking his license. As you've noted in so many words, finding a doctor willing to do so is probably a tall order.
Is there any reason to think DMSO could be applied to relieve the painful knots in the muscle from a chronic case of myofascial pain syndrome? I have a severe case of this in both thighs and calves and have tried shockwave therapy which has helped temporarily.
Yes
DMSO oral combinations - I generally take my morning vitamins and supplements with a glass of RO water with both electrolyte powder and zeta aid mixed in. Could I add a teaspoon of 70% DMSO to that cocktail?
Better not to mix zeta aid with anything else.
interesting, so if I take zeta aid out of this combo, what about adding a teaspoon of 70% DMSO to the electrolyte RO water that I take my supplements with? And what would be your recomomended time to take zeta aid in relation to the AM supplements? Thanks again.
Just not at the same time. You don't want the negative ions and their zeta potential to be disrupted.
Interesting. Thank you.
My hub has COPD.
Currently: Trilogy 1xday
Nebulizer Albuterol 2x
He started DMSO 10 days ago.
DMSO: 3 drops/30ml purified water
Nebulizer
1. his pulso ox went from average 91/92 to 95/96
2. HR avg: 58
3. more productive cough/phlegm
I say improvements.
He stated he feels worse? Shortness of breath?
Perplexing given obvious improvements.
What say you?
Fascinating, and utterly unknown to my MD, I'd wager! I've got a complex set of ailments to unravel. I've probably been suffering from emphysema for several years, but only sought medical attention after getting COVID (Omicron variant, which I cleared quickly), a severe chest cold a couple of weeks later which evolved into bronchitis and pneumonia. A 7 day course of steroids was miraculous, after which I began seeing a pulmonologist for follow up care. She prescribed 100 mcg Trelegy Ellipta, which enabled me to feel better and be more active. At that point I was researching nebulized glutathione. My follow up CT scan revealed a new 10mm nodule in my right lung. It lit up on a PET scan, indicating cancer (no metastasis indicated). The nodule is located such that a biopsy wasn't feasible (in between my aorta and a major blood vessel), and a lung resection was proposed. At this point I decided call a halt and began pursuing a protocol including CLO2, DMSO, repurposed/off-label drugs, ketogenic diet, supplements to target cancer's pathways. In addition to doing Jim Humble's CLO2 protocols, I've also been nebulizing sodium chlorite. Cancer has overtaken all other concerns now, and we'll see if my efforts have been successful in mid-August when I have another PET scan scheduled. Imagine my surprise to now read that DMSO may be an important element in treating emphysema! Thanks so much for this kind of information. I've been trying to ghost my MDs about what I'm doing, hoping that positive results will make believers out of them. My regular MD is not happy with me right now, and I sense a confrontation is coming.
I really appreciate all the information you are providing.
I have some internal bleeding and am now taking 3 teaspoons of DMSO in a glass of water in which I have first dissolved a teaspoon of Ascorbic Acid powder and 20 drops of Methylene Blue. The electron exchange between the ascorbic acid and the methylene blue results in the water becoming clear before I add the DMSO. I started with smaller amounts 10 drops of methylene blue and 1 teaspoon of dmso . I will continue this for another week before returning to my urologist for another check up. I also apply a mixture of 70% dmso mixed with 30% magnesium oil applied to my legs and arms. I stopped skiing at the age of 74 when I found my muscles had deteriorated to the extent that I could not get up after a fall by edging my skis and pushing down with my sticks. So far, my muscles have not responded to the extent I had hope for using the dmso/magnesium oil but swelling in my ankles and feet in hot weather has been much reduced. So there are many benefits but it is still a work in progress.
I also rub a 50/50 mixture of dmso/water into my scalp once a week after a hair wash, which has brought some colour back and made it more blonde. Soon approaching 81 I am looking for more energy, especially for my legs, so as I said "it is a work in progress".
Sorry, Doctor, couldn't find this info anywhere: will taking a teaspoon of 70% DMSO diluted in a 12 oz glass of water daily, negatively impact crowns? I believe some of my crowns have metal. What about if I have an oral device made of plastic (BPA free) that I wear while sleeping every night? I would not wear the device while drinking the DMSO, but would put it in my mouth later. Thank you!
too dilute to
What does that mean? "too dilute to" ? OK to drink with crowns (and implants) or not? I never read in your readings yet that couldn't drink it with crowns, implants, etc. ?
I think it is a direct answer to the question posed (first setence) - 1 tsp of 70% DMSO in 12 oz water is “too dilute” to be a problem with crowns i.e. that level of dilution is not an issue
Are there any doctors that will prescribe a nebulizer to someone who doesn't have ailments? i do not want one of the amazon ones and aren't allowed to purchase one from a medical store.
Everyone I know just buys them online.
In CA one needs a prescription for a reputable brand. The only other place is amazon and those machines are suspect to say the least.
1) Yet another reason I am grateful not to live in California
2) I looked online and it says you can get them at Walgreens in CA without a prescription.
At the beginning of Covid, Dr. Mercola recommended PARI for nebulizer. I purchased the PARI ProNeb max and it has worked well.
Yes, the Pari (i think e-flow) is the one I'd like to get. Now I'm trying to figure out how to get one - either with a script from a Dr who will oblige or somewhere who will sell to me without one.
I got one online in the US (no script) and it was actually sent to a friend in California on my behalf, to send on to me, as I am not in the US. I find it a good machine.
I purchased purchased this one recommended by Dr. Mercola from Vitality Medical. https://www.vitalitymedical.com/pari-trek-s-portable-compressor-nebulizer-aerosol-system-device.html
w/o a prescription, though I'm in WA state. I'd certainly try ordering it. WA is nearly as bad as CA.
diffuse with a essential oils diffuser.
Try and get a glass delivery cone.
70/30 not strong enough(IMO) to erode any plastic if you use in one sitting(45 minutes) and then discard and clean any residual immediately after use.
Everyone, thank you!! I just successfully ordered the Pari trek from vitality medical.
Xmen could you share a little more detail about the glass delivery cone and how it works with a nebulizer (or if it's a different product ), thank you again, what a great team xx
the glass cone top refers to a diffuser for essential oils(not nebulizer) so the dmso will not react with a plastic top and drip back into the water.
Great to know thanks!
Hello, Doctor! Thank you so much for all this information! I have so many questions, but here are two:
1. I have been using liquid DMSO (70%) topically for about a week on my foot. I have bursitis, arthritis, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and a heel spur, all in one foot. I apply DMSO to the areas that are affected, and for the heel spur, I apply DMSO to the underside of the foot, from the heel to the ball of the foot. Is that the best way to do it? I use a horsehair brush to paint it on.
2. For diluting, can I use water from my Kinetico reverse osmosis system, or does it have to be purified water, bought from the store? I know my Kinetico system filters out 99.9% of the nasty stuff that is in my water (I am on a well).
Thank you so much!
1) Yes, although you may need to add in magnesium.
2) RO water is purified water.
Great, thank you so much!
I am subscribed #6FEO468F-0001 but no longer receiving full subscription. Renewal due mid August. This is the article I most wanted to read. What's up??
You should be able to read it if you left a comment here.
I am looking for updates about the man with COPD that was going back to the pulmonologist for a recheck. Does anyone know if there are any updates on his condition? Thank you
Yes he's continuing to do better and later videos were shot of him.
I've been diagnosed with mild emphysema and would like to nebulize DSMO. How many drops of DSMO per 10 ml would be best? Is 10 ml solution nebulized three times a week optimal? Thank you
My husband is 77 yrs old and has horrible fungas on his toe nails and fingernails. He has had this since high school with nothing helping to cure it. I bought liquid DMSO from Walmart.com. He has been brushing it on his nails for 2 weeks. It isn't gone yet however, it is 60% better and he can't believe he can actually see his real nails. I use the Nature's gift DMSO salve for a skin condition. It's almost totally healed. I also puchase the salve from Walmart.com. Thank you so much for your articles. Blessings to you!!
I have small fatty hernias in my lung and umbilical area. Would DMSO be beneficial for hernia pain?
In order to make 1-5% to nebulized DMSO, how much saline and how much 99.9% DMSO in the nebulizer compartment ? Can a larger amount be mixed and saved in order to use only 5ml of 1-5% at a time. If so, what are the amounts ? Thanks.
Please help me. My friend was told he needs a lung transplant. Can DMSO help him? Need to find a Dr to help him take it correctly. Where do I turn for help?
is there any way to counter the 1 and only side effect of DMSO that I experience... it makes me stink like rotten fruit! I found that it really helped me with arthritis and would love to keep taking it, but some of my co-workers are extremely sensitive to my smell when I'm dosing it... I often hear "what is that smell" when I enter an office, conference room, etc. My wife tolerates it, but complains about it (unless she is also dosing). But she works too and can't utilize it consistently for her issues either!
Try using some tart cherry concentrate or pure pomegranate juice. I use tart cherry concentrate and it has helped the smell (that others can smell but not me on myself).
Hey, thank you for this valuable resource. I would just like to find out where I can purchase reliable DMSO from outside the U.S? The links provided here only ships to the States unfortunately. Any tips greatly appreciated, thanks.
Thank you for all the work you do to bring DMSO to the forefront. I am already benefitting from your articles (pain from arthritis in my hip has been greatly reduced after only 2 weeks of oral application).
I am in Canada and cannot use any of your recommendations for purchasing DMSO as they will not ship internationally. Would it be possible for you to recommend a brand that is available in Canada? The only way for me to purchase any is via Amazon and I am worried about the quality of the products they offer, especially after reading some of the comments below.
Thank you again, you have already improved my life immeasurably.
I am in Canada as well and got Nature's Gift DMSO from Amazon.ca, one of the recommendations from our WMD. You can also get in touch with www.yumnaturals.com in Ontario- Amanda Dawn Vollmer. She's the author of "Healing with DMSO". Great helpful book, available on Amazon.ca as well.
Thank you for this! It's great to know that a product on Amazon has been recommended by WMD. And thanks for the tip about the author of a book I have been wanting to buy for awhile now. Knowing she is accessible and Canadian is all I needed to go ahead and buy it!
Hi Janet. I have purchased DMSO in Canada from Well.ca which sells the Life Choice DMSO brand. The latter is a company in Cochrane, Alberta, website lifechoice dot net. Their website looks very impressive and they have a long video about how to use DMSO that you can watch.
https://lifechoice.net/product-questions-answers-videos/#dmso
I haven't noticed any smell but maybe my friends are just being polite! The company owner recommends taking chlorophyll or eating spinach to counteract the smell.
They sell both 90% liquid and a gel. I've used the liquid, neat, topically for two months and it has helped several arthritic joints very much. Trying nebulizing it now but it is too early to report any results.
My only "complaint" about the LifeChoice DMSO is it's fairly expensive and the bottle is small. But it lasts a long time.
I did contact the Nature's Gift DMSO company in the US but they said this: "You can order the rose scented cream or the Gel form of dmso from us because we only use the Post office for Canada orders and they do not take liquids."
Hope this helps.
This is wonderful info, thank you SO much Arabella! I really do appreciate everything you've shared. I will be checking out Well.ca immediately, and ordering from them, I'm sure.
You are welcome. I have ordered things from both companies in the past without problem. I like Well because they have some hard-to-get Stash teas :-)
I just found the LIfeChoice DMSO cheaper here:
https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/life-choice-dmso-liquid-118ml.html
Hope this is helpful.
I just found a NAKA 90% DMSO aloe vera gel on National Nutrition. Naka is a good brand. It says the DMSO is pharmaceutical grade. They also give some useful info on the page that I have not read elsewhere.
https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/enhanced-dmso-with-aloe-vera-130ml.html
Thanks for this Arabella, I use a lot of NAKA products and will add this to my next order, for sure!
One more thing. My bottle, which I bought back in May, has an expiry date of Feb 2029 on it. So one could stock up during a sale. The only thing I do wonder about is that the inside of the dropper top is rubber, or seems to be rubber, whatever the outside squeezy bit is made of. Not sure about the leaching effect of that. One could phone LifeChoice to ask but right now I don't have the time. Apparently they were the first to get approval in Canada to sell DMSO and the company head is a naturopathic doctor who seems very knowledgeable.
Interesting question and it is good to know that LifeChoice is obviously very reputable. I will try to email them later today and ask about the rubber stopper, if I get a response I will post it here on our thread.
Thanks, Janet, a great find. Well has better shipping terms though.
Always a trade-off, it seems, lol.
Do you know of any studies concerning DMSO use with seasonal allergies?
No but people do report it works. Most commonly with nasal drops.
I've been using it in a sinus rinse. Hasn't helped yet but I'm persistent. Where I live, allergies are huge.
I have tried Woldo Health DMSO 99.9% Pharma Grade purchased from Amazon on my left shoulder for rotator cuff pain. 50% DMSO and 50% castor oil. It may have helped a little but not much. Based on the comments I'm going to try dmsostore.com and see if that works better. Also should I just dilute with my reverse osmosis water, or keep using castor oil, or something else. Also I had a crazy idea mix in some glucosomine or maybe collagen peptides just to try it.
I reccomend that one becaues it works. There's a lot of variability with other brands. You probably want magnesium chloride with it. Castor oil might help too.
Hello doctor, thanks for everything you do. Could you recommand any European seller that has quality product? I'd like to try here but am not sure if ok or not: https://dmsoshop.de/en
thanks in advance.
Have you published a clear protocol for nebulizing DMSO and/or Glutathione for COPD?I have looked but to no avail . The amount of information and obviously the amount of your effort in accumulating and providing is extraordinary and i thank you for that. I could not help but subscribe and support your efforts
Everything that is known is in the last part of the article here. I do not write out protocols for the sake of having one when it's ambigious and not known; other people tend to.
Have been nebulizing a 15% solution once a day for the last month(COPD)and am now experiencing my second exacerbation in the last month, could be entirely unrelated(started rubbing gel for 3 weeks, then nebulized a 5% solution for 2 weeks
) as there are so many different factors that could affect this outcome. Unfortunately have reverted to the standard action plan prednisone with the added antibiotics and will start over in a week. I'm going to order Glutathione and will try that if I experience another exacerbation
2 exacerbations in a month while nebulizing dmso doesn't sound good!
Thanks for the quick reply. I guess its wishful thinking that any research into the subject would include an extensive study with protocols to evaluate. Who would pay for it?
I have nebulized glutathione. I have read (and use) the reduced L glutathione plus (200 mg) from theranaturals.com It has NaHCO3 in it to make it soluble in solution. Do not use a liposomal glutathione. Separate 1 capsule into 5 cc normal saline (0.9 %) may titrate dose up to 600 mg.
Or you can get a prescription for liquid glutathione with 1 ml glutathione (200 mg) mixed with 4 ml normal saline.
I'm just starting to nebulize glutathione - haven't started yet. Can you please recommend an appropriate nebulizer. Please. I'd also like to consider nebulizing DMSO so hopefully good for that too, but starting with glutathione. Thank you so much for writing a formula for starting. Much, much appreciation and thanks.
Also, theranaturals.com has instructions on how to nebulize glutathione
I use a portable compressor nebulizer machine; it's a desktop, not a handheld nebulizer. I got it on Amazon.
Thank you.
Thanks for replying much appreciated
Is there a way to search to see if you discuss a DMSO protocol for Chronic Kidney Disease? Thanks
How do you treat vision with DMSO?
3% diluted in isotonic saline as eye drops
Do you make or buy isotonic saline?
3% ? mean 3% dmso and 97% isotonic saline?
(I have some 99% pure dmso)
Hello, what is the recipe that the woman made for her friend to inhale? The video you shared.
They did 50% DMSO which I think can be too high.
Hi Doc I just received some 99.9995% pure DMSO for my mom to nebulize. She has advanced COPD with 23% lung capacity. She is suffering really badly and Im desperate to help her but I'm not sure how to proceed. Can you please explain in layman's terms how I can mix a solution to put in her nebulizer?
https://www.calkoo.com/en/percent-solution-dilution-calculator?
Start@ 1% solution
1 drop of 100% DMSO in 5 ml of colloidal silver, or .9% saline
5% solution:
.2ml of 100% DMSO in 3.8ml saline for a total of 4 ml of 5% solution
Thank you
Would love to hear any research in relation to DMSO and Hyperthyroidism
I have never come across anything on that. I could see topical or topic with iodine possibly working but there is nothing to go off of.
Automobile accident and back injury many years ago and getting progressively worst. What is the best mix to reduce pain and hopefully fix the injury?
See a good bodyworker and use topical DMSO mixed with magnesium on the injury areas
Any specific kind of magnesium? Sulphate? Chloride? Citrate? Glycinate? Malate?
Possibly stem cell therapy?
Come see me and I’ll fix you up. You can find me online at www.ascrmed.com. Advanced Spinal Care and Regenrative Medicine. I’m new to this thread but have folks fly in weekly to see me and get a strategy created. Reach out
Are you aware of any books that contain these and other recommended applications? I find myself a bit overwhelmed and think it would be nice to have sort of a manual in hand. Thank you so much. I’m using 75% on a 35 year recurring cyst as well as for aches and pains.
I think Harmut Fischer's DMSO handbook (on amazon) is the best one.
One more question: do you or perhaps any military docs following know if dmso is acceptable use in the military?
I know millitary docs who used to use in the 1980s but none now.
Thanks so much.
Healing with DMSO by Amandha Vollmer.
Easy read with many DMSO applications.
What is an "isotonic" solution?
Fantastic research and sharing. DMSO seems to have made a difference for my mother who was recently diagnosed with ILD. We are researching a DMSO - friendly nebulizer that has stainless steel reservoir. Any suggestions?
Where can I purchase DMSO?
Thank you for the DMSO information. I have several issues I would like to address with it, COPD, tinnitus and nasal infection. I see the recommended percentages of dilution based on tolerance, but have never come across recommendations on how often to administer or ingest. How long is treatment needed and how many doses per day. Thank you.
What percentage was the gentleman nebulizing?
Hello, for treating COPD are there any considerations with timing when taking oral DMSO and/or nebulizing DMSO when you are also taking oral & inhaled steroids? Example: take DMSO orally and/or nebulize DMSO 1 - 2hours after taking steroids(??). Hope that makes sense.
Ideally take away, but there is so little data on this question that's more of a guess than a verified fact.
I'm experimenting
1)nebulize twice daily, Trilegy taken in-between ie 4hrs after . This worked fine until I increased the dosage nebulized from 10% to 23%. It may have triggered an exacerbation.
2)back to 1x daily at 15%, Trilegy first in morning nebulize a minimum of 4 hrs hater
Hello Dr! I read your posts about the benefits of DMSO with great interest! I am particularly hoping to give it to my 91 year old mother who has pneumonia. She has a nebulizer and I would very much like to get her to start inhaling DMSO with or w/o glutathione. I would be so very appreciative of exact directions on how to safely administer DMSO to her. Is liposomal glutathione suitable? Would one drop of DMSO in 10cc of saline help her? How often would you recommend she have it? Thank you very much.
All the info is in this article (last section).
What is meant by concentrations of DMSO ie 1%, 10%, 50% etc used in the nebulizer?. Is that a percentage of total liquid in the nebulizer or strength of the DMSO? I'm confused. Thanks
Does anyone have any links or can point me in the direction to buy a nebuliser that uses a glass chamber rather than a plastic one??? I havent had much luck and wish to try nebulising DMSO for lung fibrosis
A Midwestern Dr: My daughter has a friend with Cystic Fybrosis. She is barely hanging on. I sent my daughter your article about DMSO and she is going to pass it along to her friend. I am sure she has a nebulizer any suggestions on how she should begin? I have read starting with 1% DMSO, what about glutathione? Thank you!
I seem to remember a page specifically of DMSO testimonials. Is my memory correct, and if so can someone please offer the link to that page? I can't find it now, other than reading through all the comments of every article. Thank you.
https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/p/the-remarkable-history-and-safety/comments
YES! This was it! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. 😘
Hi, can you provide a link to the German DMSO group. I would like to talk to them about their asthma DMSO treatments.
Thanks for these great articles, and the huge amount of research behind them.
Thank you. Do you know of a good book on DMSO? I have COPD and Pulmonary Fibrosis.
What are the ratios for DMSO in the nebulizer? I have sarcoidosis on my lungs.
Can you take DMSO internally f you are on a blood thinner or will it magnify the thinning aspect?
Maybe comments are closed but I'll try again, as the first one I wrote isn't showing. Just a question. I heard Dr Ana Mihalcea say that the bad things in the death shot are somewhat limited in their negative effect because the cell membrane is so good at keeping bad stuff out. But now I'm using DMSO, which I understand to penetrate the cell membrane with ease, and carry things with it. I haven't had any shots, but I understand the bad stuff is in everyone now anyways, because we've been receiving it through multiple channels. Should I be worried that DMSO is somehow facilitating its actions?
People tend to get better with DMSO not worse, unless there is an extreme toxicity burden in their body (which I've seen in 2 cases). A major part of this is because DMSO helps cells excerete things trapped inside them.
I believe I have pulmonary fibrosis from years of dust exposure working in a woodshop. I'm afraid of having that confirmed by a doctor and then being unable to resist the pull of their magical fear incantations regarding my certain horrible not-distant death. So I am going this alone pretty much, apart from what I glean from online information. I've been taking DMSO topically and internally, with promising though a bit shy of dramatic results, and soon to start administering it with a nebulizer, possibly alternating with glutathione.
But my question is regarding what Dr. Ana Mihalcea said in an interview I just watched. She said something to the effect that the damage done by the poison death shots would be worse if cells, or maybe blood cells specifically, didn't have such a tight cell membrane which keeps out much of the bad stuff. And then I thought oh no, the whole, or one of the main "abilities" of DMSO was to slip through those membranes (and carry good stuff with it) so now I'm facilitating my own demise by giving the shot nasties an open road to my mitochondria or whatever...to the DNA, or whatever it can attack inside the cells. Any thoughts anyone? because I was just starting to become hopeful about what DMSO can do for me.
Only thanks, dear Midwestern Doctor. 🙏
Can anyone please give info about a nebulizer good for DMSO. I bought a handheld one and realize it has a very fine mesh which DMSO might degrade and put those fine particles into my lungs. Is that correct??? Can someone please recommend a nebulizer. Thanks so much.
That's why you use a low concentration.
Bless you for your kindness.
Any recommendations on nebulizer brands?
Thank you for all of your hard work
I have been putting 1 tsp DMSO into a qt of water for quite a while. Recently my urologist put me on methenamine to combat kidney stone formation (I had bladder removed due to cancer 8 yrs ago and now have an ostomy). Advisory that came with the medicine says "especially sulfa drugs" may affect the methenamine. I'm to take methenamine (1 gram tab) with morning and evening meal. I thought maybe drinking DMSO cocktail mid-day might be OK. Your thoughts?
In the article you mentioned a tall thin young male with a pneumothorax…I didn’t quite understand if they used dmso and had a lung collapse or exactly what happened. I know of someone in that situation that is pondering whether to try dmso for that very reason…to see of it would improve their problem of reoccurring blebs popping. I just wasn’t sure if I understood that it would be contraindicated for that situation or if you were still just theorizing
Good morning. Do you happen to know if DMSO helps with weight loss?
I ordered some DMSO at jacoblab. But the costs to send to the EU are really high and on top of that I need to pay import taxes. Does anyone know of a good place to buy it inside the EU which delivers quality product? Would this be good? https://dmsoshop.de/en
Invaluable information!! Question: Heard that zinc coupled with DMSO is most beneficial, with healing results using nebulizer. Of what would the solution consist ? And in what measurements?
dosage for nebulizer?
I nebulize daily now in an effort to recover lung capacity post exposure to herbicide spray last year. I also have had asthma and evidently have scar tissue in my lungs. I’ve been using glutathione and H2O2 in saline H2O. I would appreciate hearing how much (in drops preferably) DMSO I would use per nebulizer session. It’s difficult for me to relate to percentages. And maybe, of the advisability of combining DMSO with glutathione? I appreciate MWD and his wonderful articles on DMSO…and other subjects. Thanks!
Each drop is 0.05 ml, so if you have 1ml with a drop, it's roughly 5%. If you have 10 ml with 1 drop, it's roughly 0.5%.
Thanks!
I recall seeing a response that most try one or the other, not both .DMSO Glutathione
Perhaps alternate ie every other day. I see minor improvement only so far with DMSO but may have to be patient for a few months
I'm curious as well if Glutathione may be a better option
Geez, I thought they were same thing!
Can someone please direct me or tell me what the DMSO protocol is for lung conditions like Mycoplasma pneumonia. I need to try it badly. I already use DMSO at 30% for my glaucoma and macular degeneration. Thanks.
Where can we find a Dr to help guide difficult cases?
My dad has advanced pulmonary fibrosis with under 20% of his lung capacity left and has lost much weight because of his medications and not being able to function because of his need for so much oxygen. I had high hopes of using DMSO internally and rubbing on his back and chest, but then I read that it may react with pharmaceutical medications and my dad is on at least nine different prescriptions. I’m hoping that you could clarify if it would still be OK for me to use DMSO and what you would recommend. I’ve read all of your articles, but I don’t remember reading about the interaction with pharmaceuticals. At this point, I think why not try it but if something would happen on my watch because me “experimenting “on him, that probably want to go over well as my brother is married to a doctor of Research and you know how that goes. I would love any advice that you may have in this particular instance. Thank you so much for all that you do. I have passed along your information to countless people who also benefit from your expertise.
Has anyone had success with DMSO for migraines? If so, in what form do you take it and what dose? Thanks!
I’ve had asthma since I was a baby. I am 62. Well controlled since the 1990’s. I think what I have now is bronchiectasis. A consequence of covid 2020, 2022 & pneumonia 2023. Despite taking Tezspire for the last 2 months, the breathlessness is still with me. Nebulizing DMSO (2 drops) in 3 ml saline once per day. Just started. So we’ll see how it goes. This site really helped me understand what’s happening: https://www.speakupinbronchiectasis.com/about-bronchiectasis/
These testimonials all sound wonderful but I am wondering if DMSO can help mold toxicity. Recent lab work shows I have two kinds of mold in my body and I suspect sinuses and lungs, as my lungs have gotten progressively worse since ae 40. I was first diagnosed with asthma, then copd, emphysema, and finally pulmonary fibrosis. Never smoked or worked in the coal mines. Help!!
I am also wondering about mold toxicity and dmso
I have also started using low dose nicotine patch during day and that is helping a lot with symptoms.
Funny you mention that. My friend was frustrated with me for not using nicotine patches. I am interested. Could you tell me 1-where to find low dose patches 2- What symptoms improved? 3-Where can I learn more about how nicotine can help with mold etc. Thank you so much!!!
Hello. Is it possible to fly to wherever you (AMD) are and become a patient? We think this will greatly help my husband but because he is on pain meds and other issues…don’t want to try this without being under a doctor’s care. Or is an appt via FaceTime an option??
And thank you for all the writings and research. You are doing God’s work.
I have struggled with COPD for 20 years, and was finally able to quit smoking 9 years ago. I started using DMSO a week ago and have so far had some amazing results. I feel I am ready to try using it in my Nebulizer. I am trying the 50/50 ratio with Distilled water, but the vapor seems very strong. Tastes horrible. Is this Normal or have I done something wrong with the mix?
Read in above comments, Midwestern doc says 50% too strong in nebulizer.
I'd like to try nebulizing DMSO for treatment of emphysema, and likely lung cancer. (The tumor is located such that a biopsy isn't realistic.) I have a list of plastics that could be used for the nebulizer cup, but I cannot determine if anyone sells cups made from the right material. I've queried a number of companies, and they can't tell me. Is anyone else doing this, and can you tell me where you got a cup made from the right material? Very frustrating!
I've been researching aloe vera as a consequence of these DMSO articles and I have learned that all aloe vera gels are not equal. Apparently whole leaf aloe vera is not recommended for internal use, whereas 'inner fillet' aloe vera is fine. I do not know enough to say more but perhaps people who use aloe vera gel with DMSO should make sure that the one they choose is safe for internal use, as it is transported into the body. I found this info from a simple web search on what appear to be reliable sites but I cannot guarantee the accuracy.
Any evidence in helping with patients and T2 DM? I’ve read two of your posts and am hoping I have missed something. Also, for tinnitus, apply drops directly into the ear? Thank you in advance!
In other posts, AMD has said to use DMSO (concentration or gel) around the ears for tinnitus (I believe he/she recommended this first) or dilute to 20% use 1-2 drops in each ear, lie on each side for 15 minutes. Also, I think AMD wrote you could clean ears first with hydrogen peroxide drops.
Thank you so much!
I'm trying to navigate the issue of smell with DMSO. It works for my hip/sciatica pain but then I reek. I'm off from teaching for the summer but am afraid I will be forced to do without relief for the sake of my colleagues and students in a few weeks, not to mention my marriage, as my husband can't stand to be around me when I use enough to get full relief. Anyone find anything that eliminates the odor when using DMSO topically? I'm currently using peppermint oil with the 70% DMSO/30% Aloe Vera gel.
AMD, I saw a comment here (I think it was this issue) about using DMSO to dissolve Botox. I get Botox for Hemifacial Spasms. I want to use on areas that didn't have the desired effects to reduce those effects on my face. How would I use it and does it work right away? Thank you.
Hello, any experience with nebulized DMSO in individuals on anticoagulants/anti-plt (aspirin, clopidogrel) therapies? He's on a ton of medications for COPD + fibrosis, HTN, cardiovascular disease).
I'd like to have a family member try this. He needs between 3-5L of O2 to do normal activities of daily living. What dose and route of administration would you recommend in this case?
A GREAT AND UNUSUAL SUCCESS STORY. WORTH SHARING WITH YOUR READERS in the next DMSO article.
8 and 1/2 years ago I had hernia surgery. It was completely successful except for one side effect. Upon ejaculation I experience sharp but short lived (less than 10 seconds) pain near the incisions. 8 and 1/2 years later, I still have the pain upon ejaculation. The conclusion from a few different doctors was that scar tissue grew back around my vas deferens on that side and the pain is the result of fluid being forced through the vas deferens. I have grown to live with it.
Update to this past week: I have been using DMSO for some knee pain (sadly not working), but lo and behold, my ejaculation pain has completely disappeared. This is in line with what you wrote about scar tissue in your second DMSO article on Sep 29, 2024. But there you implied that the DMSO needs to be applied soon after the surgery, if not during the surgery. I can report that, at least for me, it worked 8 and 1/2 years after the surgery (I am currently 69 years old). THANK YOU MWD.
Charles Martin here in Thailand trying DMSO with a nebulizer for the first time. Lungs damaged due to smoking earlier in life. It is very humid here and hot. Experiencing increased difficulty breathing since beginning with 10 % DMSO after 4-5 treatments in as many days.
Anyone experienced a set back with their breathing upon taking up DMSO? ( email: cndm12345@hotmail.com)…thanks for your input!
Start with topical DMSO around lungs and nebulizing glutathione. Once you switch to nebulizing, do 1%
Ok, I've read everything I've can on your great series, and I'm taking your advice, and starting off with a low dose topical application of DMSO. I have a few issues, so I just need/want some clarification, as I don't want to make my health worse than it is.
I've been diagnosed with bronchiectasis a few months ago, and my quality of life is so bad, that going out for dinner etc, can be too much at time. To compound matters, I've developed heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, thus experience pulmonary edema regularly as well.
I also had a kidney and pancreas transplant in 2005, thus I'm on a bucketload of medications, and wouldn't be surprised these meds have contributed to my declining health...
So, my questions are: 1. With all the meds I'm currently taking, should I administer dmso a few hours after taking my meds, even if it's only topical? I'm intending to nebulise if topical application seems helpful.
2. If I administer dmso topically for my lungs, might it have some benefits for the heart? Are there any studies relating to the heart?
I've tried gleening as much information regarding my queries, but alas, no one is in a similar situation health wise, hence my questions.
Thanks in advance.
Wondering if dog owners have used this for osteoarthritis in their dogs...??? If so, did you have to shave the area before application? Any other tips or info for dogs with arthritis, would be much appreciated. TIA
Thank you so much for this detailed article. I have been using DMSO for a few months for pain. I have a lot of pain from doing physical work and 2 bad car wrecks. It has been an effective chronic pain reliever. I am going to try the nebulizer. I was a welder in the 1970's around the time asbestos was being removed in plants and factories. The big chunks were carried away but nobody ever pressure-washed the plant, factory, shop or mine to get rid of decades of dust. I have fibrosis, nodules, scarring and because I lived at high altitude, I developed pulmonary hypertension. I have been my own doctor for a long time, so nebulized DMSO it is. Wish me luck!
Thank you for this, but If I have 99.9% DMSO, what is considered a low dose using isotonic saline, 0.9%. I'm thinking 1 drop DMSO and 1 ampule of saline. Or 1 drop DMSO to 3 or 4 drops of purified water with 1 drop dilute to 1 ampule of saline. What think thou?
Someone smarter than me posted a comment above that:
1 drop of 100% DMSO (basically your 99.9%) in 5 mL of 0.9% saline, will give a 1% DMSO solution for nebulizing.
If one of your 0.9% saline ampule contains exactly 5 mL then the above should be simple.
If the ampules contain a different amount, adjust accordingly.
A lot of these health issues we have build up over a long period of time, so we cannot expect overnight solutions with DMSO but keep applying it and it really does work. I have a back issue in my left lower back with an operation on L4/L5 disc. With regular application in this area it has taken over a month for the pain to subside, on the other hand,rubbing a 70/30 concentration daily on to my legs and feet quickly resulted in less swelling in the Summer heat.
Would topical DSMO help my elderly mothers gastritis, inflamed stomach lining, that she doesn’t seem to be able to get better?
It’s mostly stress related, I think, or at least stress made it worse a lot
Would topical DSMO help my aging moms gastritis?
She has a hard time getting it to heal and stress triggers make it worse for her.
Where can we get this ?
Has there been any research on the use of DMSO for treating asbestosis, and what are the findings or potential benefits? Additionally, are there any recommended dosages or administration methods for such a treatment, if studied
No research.
Greetings MWD! As ALWAYS Than You Infinitely for ALL the info you share! So very needed! A few questions;
Re lung and rev issues, some related to 'long covid', will you be discussing one of the possible causes - 'spike proteins'? How can they be eliminated?!
The digestive system, the best way to address infections and how to heal the gut? I'm thinking CD for infection with the addition of dmso for both infection & restoring the gut & entire digestive system - best protocol?
How can dmso best address hemorrhoids?
Last, can people on SRI's take dmso?
Thank you!!!!
1) When that persists, we normally use exosomes.
2) That's too complicated to soundbite an explanation but will be partially discussed in next part of series.
3) Works very well, either on the hemhorroid at high concentrations or around it. Will also be discussed more in next part.
4) I have not heard any reported issues yet.
Thank You MWD!
So ok, you use exosomes to eliminate spike protein? How does that work? I think a LOT of people have spike protein issues and have no idea. Interesting to learn about nicotine.
Looking forward to your discussion coming up re gut issues.
Oops, I meant to say hernia, not hemorrhoid, makes sense that dmso would be beneficial for hemorrhoids. Meanwhile, a friend recently shared that he has a hernia. I said, 'hey have you tried dmso?!' I think taking it internally and applying it to your belly. I told him to look up the MWD on substack and check out your dmso series.
He said in the past he has taken MMS for muscle issues and chose it over dmso because it doesn't make you smell like garlic. Is MMS as potent as dmso?
and, could dmso address healing an correcting a hernia?
Actually, I've forwarded your dmso articles and others, to many of my friends. We need people to learn about how we can be best be preventing and healing!
Thank you!!!!
It doesn't eliminate them. It neutralizes the damage they do cells and gets them to start functioning again.
Harder to say with hernia. We've personally only used it for healing from hernia surgeries.
Well that sounds good, exosomes neutralize the damage to cells, that's Significant! I looked up Dr Artis on rumble and listened to a talk he gave about his new book 'Moving Beyond the Covid-19 Lies'. He talks about how nicotine attaches to the Ace2 receptors blocking spike proteins from doing so. And how it totally resolves many health issues even myocarditis, heals the heart too!!! A good match with dmso!
https://rumble.com/v5inm3d-the-secret-of-tobacco-with-dr-brian-ardis-and-paul-brooker.html?e9s=src_v1_s%2Csrc_v1_s_o
Hernia, well I'm thinking maybe dmso could prevent the need for surgery. Maybe that's wishful thinking on my part.
Thank you MWD!!!
Thank you so much for all of this information. It’s a lot to take in. I am hoping DMSO helps my exercise induced asthma, and various aches and pains. I just ordered a nebulizer and saline ampules to try with it.
I get recurring parasitic infections. I seem to be susceptible to them, whereas my hubby - same age, same pets, same food, etc, never gets them.
Do you have any idea if oral DMSO taken regularly might help defend against parasites?
1) I would start with topical.
2) No idea. It has some antiparasitic properties, but it's mostly used for that when combined with other medications.
Thanks so much for more valuable information about the use of DMSO in personal health. I continue to look forward to your planned writing about DMSO and CIPN (Chemo-induced Peripheral Neuropathy)
I've basically covered it. Just put it topically anywhere the neuropathy is.
Ok. Thank you
I am hoping you can help me with some confusion about DMSO. I asked an openevidence.com query "How does DMSO affect lymphocytes" because I am currently doing IV DMSO since May 9th and my lymphocytes have remained below normal since then with only a .1 increase in June. The AI query says the following: DMSO affect lymphocytes primarily by inhibiting their activation, proliferation, and cytokine production in a dose-dependent manner. At concentrations as low as .25-1%, DMSO suppresses the expression of activation markers (CD69, CD25, CD154) and reduces proliferation of CD4+ T Cells, with higher concentrations (>1%) abolishing proliferation entirely. DMSO also variably inhibits cytokine production, including IL-2, TNF-a, IFN-y, IL-4, IL21 and IL-33, and impairs glucose update and early signaling pathways in T cells.
In addition DMSO induces reversible G1 cell cycle arrest in lymphoid cell lines and can inhibit differentiation into IgM-secreting plasma cells, even in the presence of IL-6. This cell cycle arrest is reversible upon removal of DMSO. At higher concentrations (>2% and prolonged exposure), DMSO can compromise T cell responses and viability, particularly in monocytes, but short-term exposure at </=10% for up to 1 hour does not significantly affect viability or function.
DMSO also exerts anti-inflammatory effects by suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokine and chemokine production, and by inhibiting key signaling pathways such as ERK1/2, p38, JNK, and Akt. In malignant lymphocytes, DMSO can induce apoptosis via TNF-a and P53-mediated pathways, while sparing normal lymphocytes.
In summary, DMSO inhibits lymphocyte activation, proliferation and cytokine production, induces reversible cell cycle arrest, and exerts anti-inflammatory and pro-apoptotic effects in a concentration and exposure depending manner.
I have endometrial cancer metastasized to the lung. This citing seems contradictory for this layperson--first saying that it is stopping me from increasing lymphocytes (which are low and that I understand are critical for beating cancer and signal inflammation). It seems that on one hand, I should stop the DMSO and on the other, I should continue. Can you provide some clarity ? Thank you! --Heidi
I have a question concerning the cell wall deficient bacterial that you wrote about in a post from 12/29/24. I left a comment/question, more detailed in that post but realized since it was more than 6 months old it probably would not be seen. In that post you said, " we instead give signaling products derived from healthy bacteria to transform the CWD bacteria into a non-harmful form." What are the signaling products you use? My husband has been on multi rounds of antibiotics off and on for two years due to numerous infections that started with a diverticulitis infection in 2023. Unfortunately these infections and rounds of antibiotics have caused some serious cognitive disfunction for him. I suspect neuro-inflammation from the CWD bacteria that doesn't show up on any tests. We have not tried any DMSO yet for him although I have been using it for foot/ankle pain that I've had for years and for my knees...arthritis ( not particularly helpful for my knees unfortunately).
Thanks for your excellent articles on numerous subjects with great references!
Sanum iospathic remedies. If you took a strong antibiotic for that especially a fluoroquinolon, you want sanum coli.
I wish someone would sell a sterile, 10% DMSO, 90% distilled water solution because it would be easier to use for sensitive areas.
Me too
With regard to my question about mixing glutathione with DMSO for COPD, I forgot to mention that I'm asking in relation to nebulization.
Most of the people I know thusfar have done one than the other. I don't think there's an issue doing together but I really don't know.
Would you recommend DMSO mixed with glutathione for COPD?
Amazing article. I would be interested to know the dilution rates from low to high for DMSO and chlorine dioxide nebulization to help with infections. DMSO and distilled water, anywhere from 1%-50%. But what about adding in chlorine dioxide at standard 3000 ppm strength? How many drops or mls in a 2 ml nebulizer dose, low and high range?
That will be in next part of this series.
Thank you so much for all the information on DMSO! I haven't seen any reference to using DMSO for bronchiectasis and wondered if you have any reports on DMSO use in that context. I also have non-tuberculous mycobacterium infection, but the bronchiectasis seems to be the more concerning at present. I'm fortunate to have a pulmonologist who is avoiding the dangerous "Big 3" 1-2 yr. antibiotic treatment, so I am nebulizing levalbuterol followed by hypertonic saline, but recent CT shows worsening of the BE. I'm what you call a "sensitive" patient, needing very small doses, so I'm a little hesitant to experiment. Would it be best to add the DMSO to the levalbuterol, or to the saline? Thank you!
May help, but I have no data, so it's an experiment and see what happens situation.
I really appreciate all the information you are providing.
I have some internal bleeding and am now taking 3 teaspoons of DMSO in a glass of water in which I have first dissolved a teaspoon of Ascorbic Acid powder and 20 drops of Methylene Blue. The electron exchange between the ascorbic acid and the methylene blue results in the water becoming clear before I add the DMSO. I started with smaller amounts 10 drops of methylene blue and 1 teaspoon of dmso . I will continue this for another week before returning to my urologist for another check up. I also apply a mixture of 70% dmso mixed with 30% magnesium oil applied to my legs and arms. I stopped skiing at the age of 74 when I found my muscles had deteriorated to the extent that I could not get up after a fall by edging my skis and pushing down with my sticks. So far, my muscles have not responded to the extent I had hope for using the dmso/magnesium oil but swelling in my ankles and feet in hot weather has been much reduced. So there are many benefits but it is still a work in progress.
I also rub a 50/50 mixture of dmso/water into my scalp once a week after a hair wash, which has brought some colour back and made it more blonde. Soon approaching 81 I am looking for more energy, especially for my legs, so as I said "it is a work in progress".
Yunnan Bai Yao is the best thing I know for internal bleeding
Thank you for your deep dive and thorough research on DMSO.
Is there an issue using a topical preparation for a person with low fat and muscle mass? Should one avoid any topical creams on body or just at the application site? Thank you!
not to my knowledge
I am 5’ 3 and very slight (103 lb) and use DMSO every day. I do take a break about 1x a month for a day or 2. No problems.
I’m the same size…..how much of what strength do you use daily?
I have also started to take Saturday & Sunday off.
I take about 2-3 tsp a day. I mix it and drink half in the morning and then the other half before lunch.
Thank you!
This is outstanding because this gives specifics of "how to" for DIY,'ers. Its practical for those of us not able to travel to a clinic or without needing specialized equipment to mix it up and its very encouraging. Loved the video of the woman and her neighbor with COPD. I wish I had known it for my mothers lung cancer. I've shared this with many people now.
Thank you so much!
With lung cancer you have to nebulize different stuff.
And now I'm wondering about as an enema solution (CDS,/DMSO in salt water) for someone who has colon cancer.
Will cover in next article
CDS and DMSO wouldn't work?
The first patient of mine to nebulize DMSO, 1 drop of 99.9% in water suffered a collapsed right lung (pneumothorax), twice, requiring two hospitalizations. Your mentor who insisted that you mention this theoretical possibility was correct.
Thank you for sharing (appreciate it). That's really surprising, particularly since it happened at such a low dose and was a full pneumothorax.
I was discussing this with Pierre. The patient is tall and thin, which increases the risk of spontaneous pneumothorax in young men, but he is in his late 60s. In terms of risk stratification, I’ll caution against nebulized DMSO for my tall/thin male patients, and proceed from 1% concentration.
Also we just got a really interesting story from another FNP me and Pierre know:
Also, thought you might like to use this for your DMSO+lunger article. I am currently treating a 45 year old CF patient with DMSO and glutithione. She was in the beginning stages of getting worked up for lung transplant. We'll have PFT's from before treatment and updates every 3 months starting in August. 1 month in, she's feeling like a teenager again, exercising and has been illness free for 4 weeks now, which is the longest period without antibiotics since she was in her 20's. She tells me I can share all the details of her case
I'm assuming the thera natural is diluted and then add a drop of DMSO? I have PCD - primary cilia dyskinesia with colonized pseudomonas. Overall managing with some natural alternatives. Currently get IV pushes of glutathione monthly. I am resistant to many antibiotics. I have taken Cayston in the past - and it definitely improves lung function vs other inhaled antibiotics. The antibiotic mixture includes lysine - Can find no research on nebbing alone, but feel there might be something there. Thank you for your extensive research - I am interested in the ultraviolet blood irradiation but difficult to find practitioners that are not about anti aging. Have a few quirks I have to work around! Will be very interested in you CF patient's success. Thanks again!
Got it. Fortunately it's unlikely that will be an empheysema patient.
re: "drinking DMSO which I tried; unfortunately, it left a scent on my breath that seriously bothered my wife."
I've been drinking 99.9% DMSO 7ml in a small glass of milk 3-4 times a week. I've never experienced garlic taste or breath. One bite of an orange or a couple of grapes and immediately all DMSO taste is gone (which isn't bad to begin with). I wonder why the difference?
Is there any evidence (whether anecdotal or otherwise) of DMSO helping to maintain or improve lung function in people with bronchiectasis or its similar cousin, cystic fibrosis? Thanks for any reply.
I wanted to let you know I just this message from a colleague:
Also, thought you might like to use this for your DMSO+lunger article. I am currently treating a 45 year old CF patient with DMSO and glutithione. She was in the beginning stages of getting worked up for lung transplant. We'll have PFT's from before treatment and updates every 3 months starting in August. 1 month in, she's feeling like a teenager again, exercising and has been illness free for 4 weeks now, which is the longest period without antibiotics since she was in her 20's. She tells me I can share all the details of her case
I have COPD and am currently nebulizing gluitathione daily. You mention treating someone with both DMSO and glutathione. Is this done separately or together? Please advise on how to proceed. Thank you!
That's impressive, thanks for the scoop. I'll keep my eyes peeled for any updates.
I know it can clear mucus (especially when combined with ambroxyl) but I have not come across any instances where this was tried.
Thanks, I'll probably try nebulized DMSO to treat my bronchiectasis as it's worth a shot.
Where is the best place to purchase this????
Is in the article.
Yes. I saw it after I asked. Sorry.
Hi there. Thank you for the information. I have purchased DMSO (gel, liquid, etc.) however, I am looking for a health practitioner that could assist me on how to use the product. Any suggestion? Thank you
I know a lot of people are adopting DMSO now, but the only person who said I can publicy identify him is James Miller in FL because they have a better medical board.
Hello, thank you for the information. I did contact his office. The staff stated he was resigning and I would not likely be able to see him. I pressed on and stated I still wanted to get an appointment and take my chances. The staff person hung up on me. If you have any other suggestions on how to locate a provider, I am all ears. Thank you for all that you do!
Thank you AMD for your much needed work. I have been suffering sinusitis for several years. The inside upper part of my left nostril nearest to center is inflamed, drains into my lungs, and causes continual coughing and phlegm production. Would DMSO help and, if so, how should it be used? Thank you for any suggestions.
Nasal drops. Will say more in the natural therapies part.
Thank you sir. My confidence in this agent as a fix it for may conditions is growing.
To be honest, the DMSO story is kind of depressing for me because I put a lot of time into learning how to find the root causes of a lot of medical conditions and treat them, but again and again I'm seeing DMSO works much better than what I'd been doing with a fraction of the work or cost.
So thankful for all you provide for so many with your wisdom, research, insights, and courage to stand up and speak about TRUE WELLNESS and HEALTH. Thank you. I am a retired Captain/Firefighter/Paramedic and now a PA-C who found themself in a level 1 trauma center ED all during COVID. My eyes were 'opened' to the truth which led to bullying, name calling, refusal to listen or help, my personal medical history being made public, being sent home and eventually being forced out. I honestly and now happier than I ever have been as I seek to empower and educate others to take ownership of their own health. Thank you for helping me.
In regards to DMSO I have an individual, 60 yo male who was otherwise healthy/active in 2021. Just rode across Iowa on a bike. Got COVID and was slow to recover. Unvaccinated for COVID. took a year to diagnose Idiopathic pulmonary hypertension (IPH). Multiple treatments to cover symptoms and --as you probably know --'no cure'. He is worsening. I presented his case in 2024 at FLCCC medical conference at the request of Dr Kory and Marik. He is on multiple supplements, and we have tried some IV DMSO (which left him smelling horrible for 4 days! how do you lessen that??!) which no significant improvement. Also has had 1 round of some IV stem cells. Tried some peptide bioregulators, and dietary changes. Is considering going on Remodulin (SQ with pump) but we are hoping for sometime that could lead to IMPROVED health/healing. Currently on daily O2. and at night with CPAP. weight is 100 kg 6'4". considering ozone, more DMSO, UVBI...
Do you have recommendations? thoughts? We are up for anything and getting more desperate and not wanting to try all these "HARSH" Meds to cover symptoms.
Thank you for your consideration and all you do!
I have not find any information on DMSO being used for PHT. I could see it helping, but no data at all. UVBI has been shown to help however. I would also consider a zeta potential protocol. Sometimes there's also some type of structural issue from an blood vessel being complessed the right body worker can address.
Thank you for responding--- greatly appreciated! Do you see a problem with combining UVBI with other treatments or drugs? I would like to attempt a UVBI protocol --not sure how that looks or how many treatments?-- with his current drug regimen (opsummit, sildenafil, jardiance, ivermectin, clopidogrel)-- will UVBI affect drug concentrations?
I have a question. I’m doing chelation therapy for heavy metals. I started rubbing DMSO on ganglion cysts I have on both wrists, which I did before the last treatment During the treatment my veins kept blowing. After several tries when they found a vein that worked I still ended with bruising around the injection site. That did not happen during my first two chelations. Could an interaction with the DMSO caused it?
Thank you for your work, I so appreciate it ❤️
I am 62 years old, medium disposition, worked long office hours as a video editor, had high alcohol, tobacco and cannabis consumption. Developed COPD ~18 years ago. No extra treatment except that prescribed by doctors till last year. Heart trouble, thyroid problems and an enlarged prostate followed. Medications including cortico-steroids increased. Two years ago exacerbations started cat scan diagnosis bulbae. Few months ago more exacerbations, intolerable, more increase in cortico steroids. Started oral and topical use of 40 % dsmo 15 days ago, with clove infusion and sometimes a drop of oregano for topical uses. Now stopped cortico-steroids. Can walk faster, less phelm. My mother had a mis-done root canal. PAINFUL! Medicine didn’t work. 36 hours of misery and pain. THEN Gave her a two drops of 50% clove infused DSMO, repeated twice, the pain stopped
Thank you, AMD, for continuing to share the truth about DMSO and success stories of your readers. This one made me think of my grandson who was diagnosed with EoE, eosinophilic esophagitis. I know it’s a GI issue but one of his treatments was taking albuterol orally. Why wouldn’t DMSO stop the irritation and inflammation of the esophagus. The Substack you wrote about DMSO and internal organs didn’t mention the esophagus but it is part of the GI system. I sent him all the material you wrote and also told him about xolair which is a new drug that inhibits allergic reactions to allergens. I have to read all you write because I don’t want to miss anything. Thank you!!
DMSO or MSM has helped this
Good read. My husband has Parkinson’s Disease. Does DMSO have any effect on this disease?
Thanks for your input.
We used IV DMSO and saw it halt the progression. A few readers here had very good results with oral DMSO.
Thanks. Is it possible for you to write an article about the use of DMSO in the treatment of PD? There are so many people that are suffering with this disease and there is no real help.
Thanks again,
Wendy Cook
I am a Midwestern Patient without a doctor unless I wish to undergo a lung transplant due to diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Came across DMSO and Serrapeptase suggestions online and began using them recently. Feel like I’m flying blindly and would appreciate a protocol from someone like you. Currently using 2 tsp daily of oral DMSO and 750,000U Serrapeptase. And are there other supplements you would recommend? I take CoQ10, K, D3, Magnesium with zinc, and a multivitamin. Again, just from my own reading online. Have no one advising me. Thank you for your efforts in this area.
Hi Mary! You appear to be ahead of me in the journey of life. Supplements ? D3 and K2 are most important but at a high enough dose (The best reference I have found is "How Not to Die with True High-Dose Vitamin D Therapy" by Tiago Henriques. Available on Amazon. Not a trivial resource. Most of my "Home Health Notes" supplements discussion deals with D3. Are you using grounding or "Earthing" bedding. auth. Clinton Ober. All your other choices are the same as I have found.
Wesley
Which form of dmso should be used in a nebulizer? Could you provide explicit instructions? Dilutions, brands, all of it. I have bronchiectasis and am prescribed alvesco, and albuterol and stiolto.
Is there any experience with the use of DMSO for psoriatic arthritis, taking DMSO orally and combining it with OptiMSM tablets?
I am taking 6 1000mg MSM tablets daily, which already brought about a big initial improvement.
Now I plan to start also taking DMSO orally, combing it with distilled or purified water and wondering what concentration of DMSO might be appropriate.
Should I consider taking anything else, such as magnesium?
Does DMSO interact with nicotine from patches? Asking because a certain group of naturopathic doctors recommend regular low-dose nicotine patches to block the ACE receptors versus covid spike protein.
I have read all the warnings out cosmetics and plastics, and started wondering if there is a risk that oral DMSO can dissolve cataract implants or other things put into the body? I have a silicone macular button and a plug in a tear duct. I have indeed experienced irritation putting 70% gel on the eyelids (usually over castor oil) and want to try oral liquid if there is no risk of dissolving these implants.
Is not an issue if you use 3% eye drops and that will treat most eye issues.
After reading about the lungs and dmso, I’m wondering if people who smoke cigarettes should avoid topical dmso? Nebulized should clearly be avoided but what about topically or oral use?
They need to clean skin first
I see. So it won’t harm a smoker, as long as the skin is clean. Thank you for your reply!
https://www.midwesterndoctor.com/i/167666787/respiratory-infections
Third paragraph: do you feel comfortable saying what the combination was? The Russian site is not loading for me.
You can also view it here if you want to translate it
https://cyberleninka.ru/article/n/lechenie-koronavirusnoy-infektsii-dimeksidom/viewer
Thanks so much for this article. A couple of questions:
1. in what form is the glutathione used for nebulizing? I see your Thera Naturals link goes to capsules, not a liquid. Are the capsules to be dissolved in a saline solution?
2. Is there a word missing before the 2nd DMSO here (by the added stars):
"In mice exposed to lethal radiation doses, oral DMSO prior to ** DMSO allowed all to survive, and protected many parts of the body including the lungs."
You open the capsules to nebulize
Typos should have said this: In mice exposed to lethal radiation doses, oral DMSO prior to radiation allowed all to survive, and protected many parts of the body including the lungs.
Thank you. Maybe useful for a WW3 scenario?
I have nebulized glutathione. I have read (and used) the reduced L glutathione plus (200 mg) from theranaturals.com It has NaHCO3 in it to make it soluble in solution. Do not use a liposomal glutathione. Separate 1 capsule into 5 cc normal saline (0.9 %) may titrate dose up to 600 mg.
Or I believe you can get a prescription for liquid glutathione with 1 ml glutathione (200 mg) mixed with 4 ml normal saline.
I have used it for the glutathione benefit, not for lung issues.
Thanks very much.
Since I’m taking it orally for overactive bladder symptoms, is there any need to nebulize it for mild COPD or should I still get the desired pulmonary healing from using the oral solution?
Completely depends on the person. You'll have to experiment.
Greetings,
Thank you for all of this information! Is the reduced odor DMSO just as effective as the DMSO with full odor?
Does anyone know this?
I'm still not completely clear what the reduced odor products are besides high purity ones.
Thank you Dr. I appreciate your response. Here is a link from the DMSO supplier you mentioned. They sell a low odor version that is pure: https://dmsostore.com/products/dmso-8-oz-glass-bottle-non-diluted-low-odor-pharma-grade-liquid-dimethyl-sulfoxide
But I do not know if low odor is comprable in terms of its effects
Thanks for any help you can give on this. Warmly, Sonia
I bought a 99% pure one on Amazon, it's from Germany. Doesn't smell at all. Says 3rd party tested.
It's my understanding that the greater the fraction of DMS (dimethyl sulfide) in the solution of DMSO, the greater the chance of odor in the breath/body. I'm glad to be corrected.
DMSO appears to be something miraculous for so many different health issues. I went back to re-read the issue from October 24, 2024 which was very interesting about the ears and the eyes particularly. I recently had a vision test, and finally gave in and bought glasses; other than the 99 cent glasses I have used for years. The doctor said that I had no signs of macular degeneration, but perhaps a cataract was affecting my vision. It is very difficult for me to read small print...and I saw your article that some people who took the DMSO internally were able to read small print. I see liquids and gels you recommend, but did not see a powder.Did I miss it?,
DMSO is not given as a powder.
You mix the liquid DMSO with water or some other liquid (juice, tea, etc.).
Thank you for your information. I saw a comment someone left about powder and wondered, if I overlooked it
You're welcome, the Doctor mentioned it in one of the articles, and some people commented that they add a teaspoon or half a teaspoon to water, juice, tea, etc.
Any suggestions to avoid increased taurine and ammonia due to DMSO's sulfur and CBS SNPs? Molybdenum helps but not enough.
Have not researched this.
Have you heard of DMSO helping with NPH (normal pressure hydrocephalus)? Reading what it does for ICP seems like it would. I currently know 3 people who have it! Not much available for it and seems a long slow death.
In theory it seems like it would, but I have never come across a user report on this and the only study which ever explored this injected DMSO directly into the ventricles of mice and found it caused hydrocephalus in a dose dependent manner. This likely has no relevance to humans taking DMSO normally however.
So essentially I have no idea.
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Thank you!
Thank you for everything you are doing to spread the word on DMSO - I have a friend with COPD who is also on medication for bipolar - any information out there on potential interactions?
Probably not but not clear. THere was some early data it potentiated certain antipsychotics but that was never later corroberated.
Does DMSO support sulfation of other supplements?
As far as I know, no. Only the oxygen is donated or accepted.
What does that answer meann?
This means DSMO does not support absorption of other supplements, similar in the way the sun can, as it primes our body to sulfate (make fat soluble nutrients water soluble so that they can enter our bloodstream for assimilation). Does that help clarify?
No, it means that DMSO can reduce free radicals by becoming MSM, or it can be reduced to function as an electron acceptor in bacteria. I checked the chemistry on it but it never donates the sulfur group to compounds it reacts with (although certain enzymes could likely make that possible).
So DSMO makes fat soluble nutrients water soluble?
Thought I read that it helps the absorption of ivermectin and other meds.
What does Midwestern Doc mean "only oxygen is donated or accepted"?
See previously reply. It does do that. oxidation and reduction is a different subject.
If it does become MSM, wouldn't sulfation then help absorption of other supplements?
For instance, Vit D and DHEA are better absorbed when sulfated. (ideally in the presence of UV-B sunlight).
Thanks for your reply Doc